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Relativity

In Our Time

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Einstein's Theory of Relativity and its Mathematical Foundations

The chapter explores the mathematical concepts behind Minkowski's transformations validating Einstein's theory of relativity, emphasizing the shift to a four-dimensional space-time model. It discusses the significance of the transition from Euclidean geometry and the implications of altering the sign in equations. Special and general relativity are compared, highlighting the development from special relativity for particles in empty space to general relativity incorporating gravity, notably leading to the discovery of black holes.

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