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The Special Theory of Relativity (Essentials of Physics Series)

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The Special Theory of Relativity (Essentials of Physics Series)

This book concentrates on presenting the theory of special relativity as the geometry of space-time. The presentation is straightforward, complete and reader-friendly, with explanatory asides, that give historical context and links with other branches of physics and mathematics. The first four chapters give a complete description of the special theory and the nature of space and time, with the minimum use of mathematics. The mathematics necessary is introduced in the following five chapters, with the final fifteen chapters devoted to a comprehensive and detailed exposition of Einsteinâ€™s special relativity.

Features:
* Concentrates on presenting the theory of special relativity as the geometry of space-time
* The presentation is straightforward, complete and reader-friendly, with explanatory asides, which give historical context and links with other branches of physics and mathematics
Country USA
Brand Mercury Learning & Information
Manufacturer Mercury Learning and Information
Binding Perfect Paperback
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781942270720
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

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