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A Simple Derivation of Time Dilation and Length Contraction in Special Relativity.

Authors :
Behroozi, Fred
Source :
Physics Teacher. Oct2014, Vol. 52 Issue 7, p410-412. 3p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article discusses about simplifying time dilation and length contraction to students through a thought experiment. Topics include the Lorentz transformations; experiments conducted using a light clock, the period of oscillation of the photons, and explaining the students about special relativity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0031921X
Volume :
52
Issue :
7
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Physics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
98514412
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1119/1.4895356