relativity (physics)

"The Theory of Relativity traces Albert Einstein's groundbreaking ideas, special and general relativity, from the discoveries in physics that laid their foundation to relativity's application to today's world. The book presents scientific formulas, in-depth explanations of abstract concepts, and a detailed look at how Einstein's theories influence everyday technology, like television and GPS. Along the way, the text demonstrates the importance of theoretical experiments in scientific discovery"--Amazon.com.

Examines the history of the search for the planet "Vulcan," not from "Star Trek" but a planet thought to be really in our solar system, by Isaac Newton and Le Verrier, a search which Einstein's theories proved were always fruitless and that Vulcan never existed or ever could have existed.

Welcome to the Universe is a personal guided tour of the cosmos by three of today's leading astrophysicists. Inspired by the enormously popular introductory astronomy course that Neil deGrasse Tyson, Michael A. Strauss, and J. Richard Gott taught together at Princeton, this book covers it all--from planets, stars, and galaxies to black holes, wormholes, and time travel.

Presents information about the scientific law of conservation of mass. Discusses physical and chemical changes to matter, the history of the conservation law, energy, and systems of conservation. Includes a glossary, index, and instructions for an experiment.

Chronicles the friendship between Albert Einstein and logician Kurt Godel, focusing on how the two friends worked together to try and prove that time does not exist in the universe.

Presents a comprehensive history of the foundations and development of higher dimensions beyond conventional space and time.

Examines how Albert Einstein's discoveries and theories have influenced modern science, discussing how his work has been used in various scientific fields and how it may shape the future.

A guide to the life and work of Albert Einstein that explains his scientific theories and the impact they had on modern science.

An introduction to the theories of Einstein and what it would be like to experience a black hole.

Consists of the text of Einstein's Stafford Little Lectures, delivered in May, 1921 at Princeton University. Includes an appendix discussing advances in the theory of relativity since 1921, and an appendix on his Generalized Theory of Gravitation.