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Intuitive Insights: Physics Breakthroughs of the Early 20th Century

This chapter delves into the innovative thinking styles that drove significant scientific advancements in the early 20th century, particularly through the lens of a celebrated physicist. It contrasts intuitive and visual cognitive approaches with more traditional mathematical methods, highlighting their impact on theories like special relativity and the photoelectric effect.

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