#physics

contact_support  What is the difference between Lorentz's and Einstein's theories of relativity?

Lorentz's theory of relativity was developed in the late 19th and early 20th century, while Einstein's theory of relativity was published in 1905 and...    Read more

science  How do you calculate the kinetic and potential energy of an object?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, while potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position or...    Read more

space_dashboard  How big is space?

Space is vast, to say the least. In fact, it is so large that it's difficult for the human mind to comprehend its sheer size. The observable...    Read more

waves  What is the difference between a redshift and a blueshift?

Redshift and blueshift are two important concepts in physics and astronomy. They are related to the Doppler effect, which is the change in the...    Read more

wb_sunny  How is the sun expected to evolve in the future?

The sun is a main sequence star, which means that it is in a stable phase of its evolution. However, as it continues to burn hydrogen in its core, it...    Read more

flight  How do jet engines work?

Jet engines are used in aircraft to propel them forward by creating a forward thrust. There are various types of jet engines, but the most commonly...    Read more

scatter_plot  If I move at the speed of light and throw a stone forward, would it travel faster than light?

According to Einstein's theory of special relativity, the speed of light is an absolute limit that cannot be exceeded. This means that no matter how...    Read more

science  How do you calculate the kinetic and potential energy of an object?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, while potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position or...    Read more

visibility  Where does light travel to and where does it stop?

Light travels through space in a straight line at a constant speed of 299,792 kilometers per second (or approximately 186,282 miles per second)....    Read more

science  What is the theory of relativity, and did Einstein ever express doubts about its correctness?

The theory of relativity is a set of two interrelated physical theories proposed by Albert Einstein. The first one, called special relativity, was...    Read more