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PHYS 120 - Introduction to Einstein’s Spacetime

Algebra-based exploration of Einstein’s theory of Special Relativity covering time dilation, length contraction, the addition of velocities, the Lorenz transformation, the Twin Paradox, Minkowski space-time diagrams, and other topics time permitting. Beauty and consistency of Special Relativity emphasized.

Credits 3