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#204 – Cumrun Vafa: String Theory
Lex Fridman Podcast
Einstein's theory of special relativity: Simple math leading to deep physics
Einstein's theory of special relativity was inspired by an inconsistency in Maxwell's equations regarding the speed of light. He proposed that regardless of one's motion, the speed of light remains constant. While the mathematical foundation of special relativity is simple, it delves into profound physics. This example demonstrates how basic linear algebra can lead to groundbreaking scientific ideas.
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