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Special Relativity.

Until 1905, physical reality consisted of absolute space, absolute time, and the luminiferous aether. Learn how Einstein’s special theory of relativity overthrew this deeply ingrained view and heralded an entirely new conception of reality. Examine how cultural figures such as Kurt Vonnegut drew on...

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Corporate Authors: Great Courses (Firm),$4dst, Kanopy (Firm),$4dst
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English
Published: [San Francisco, California, USA] : The Great Courses, 2015.
Kanopy Streaming, 2016.
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Internet videos.
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Summary:Until 1905, physical reality consisted of absolute space, absolute time, and the luminiferous aether. Learn how Einstein’s special theory of relativity overthrew this deeply ingrained view and heralded an entirely new conception of reality. Examine how cultural figures such as Kurt Vonnegut drew on this legacy..
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Film
Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Playing Time:00:30:34
Format:Mode of access: World Wide Web.