Relativity Flashcards
1
Q
Einstein’s first postulate is called ____________ and states: the laws of physics are _________ in every inertial frame of reference.
A
principle of relativity
the same
2
Q
All of the laws of electromagnetism are _______ in every inertial frame of reference.
A
the same
3
Q
Einstein’s second postulate: the speed of light in vacuum is __________ in all inertial frames of reference and is __________ of the motion of the source.
A
the same
independent
4
Q
Newtonian mechanics makes ________ predictions about slow-moving objects and ________ predictions about behaviour of light.
A
correct
incorrect
5
Q
_______ postulate implies it is impossible for inertial observer to travel at c.
A
2nd
