The Time Rift
Eleanor Hawking
Naturwissenschaften, Medizin, Informatik, Technik / Naturwissenschaften allgemein
Beschreibung
"The Time Rift" explores the fascinating concept of time dilation, revealing how time's passage is not constant but varies with gravity and velocity, as described by Einstein's theories of relativity.
The book delves into both special and general relativity, explaining how time slows down for objects moving at high speeds and in strong gravitational fields. For example, atomic clocks at different altitudes experience time differently, confirming gravitational time dilation.
The book begins with foundational physics concepts and gradually introduces Einstein's revolutionary ideas, including length contraction and the curvature of spacetime. Later chapters delve into the theoretical possibilities of wormholes and time machines, while acknowledging the speculative nature of time travel.
"The Time Rift" also connects these concepts to astrophysics, cosmology, and philosophy, examining the implications for our understanding of cause and effect. The book emphasizes verifiable scientific principles and accepted theories.
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