The Ideas of Special and General Relativity

by Chris McGinlay

Overview

A qualitative overview of the foundational principles of relativity, including historical development of concepts of relativity from the time of Galileo.

This book is aimed at anyone with an interest in the history of development of special and general relativity. It should provide a working knowledge of the main ideas, able to stand on its own, or form the basis for further study. The content discussed could support the Scottish Qualifications Authority's Higher and Advanced Higher Physics courses, although it is not meant to be a perfect match for assessable learning outcomes.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940163804146
Publisher:	Chris McGinlay
Publication date:	02/29/2020
Sold by:	Draft2Digital
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Chris McGinlay has been teaching physics, and a variety of other technical subjects for over twenty years. Following up on the many questions asked by students has guided his forays into the history of the development of scientific and mathematical knowledge and the scientists who made it all happen.