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WHAT IS REALITY?

Authors :
Penrose, Roger
Source :
New Scientist. 11/18/2006, Vol. 192 Issue 2578, p31-39. 9p. 2 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

The article discusses reality and its significance to mankind and science. An example of an over-reaching and precise physical theory is scientist Albert Einstein's magnificent general theory of relativity which improves upon the accurate Newtonian theory of gravity. In the behavior of the solar system, Newton's theory is precise to something like one part in 107. Einstein's theory has become relevant when gravitational fields get large.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
192
Issue :
2578
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
23358621
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/S0262-4079(06)61094-4