Physics A-Level
Consequences for simultaneity, time and length
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The postulates lead to time dilation, length contraction and the relativity of simultaneity.
Topics that use Consequences for simultaneity, time and length
- Einstein’s theory of special relativity (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Apparent forces
- Equivalence of all inertial frames
- Inertial frame of reference
- Invariance of the speed of light in free space
- Non-inertial frame
- Rejection of absolute space and time
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