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What is the theory of relativity?

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The theory of relativity, formulated by Albert Einstein, consists of special relativity (1905) and general relativity (1915). Special relativity establishes that space and time form a continuum and introduces the concept of relative simultaneity. General relativity describes how massive objects warp space-time, leading to gravity. Einstein’s findings, including the equation E=mc² and the constant speed of light, have profoundly influenced physics, confirming principles through experiments such as the Michelson-Morley test.

'a man standing in front of a window with clocks'
The theory of relativity, formulated by Albert Einstein, consists of special relativity (1905) and general relativity (1915).
'a group of planets in a net'
Special relativity establishes that space and time form a continuum and introduces the concept of relative simultaneity.
'a colorful image of a human body'
General relativity describes how massive objects warp space-time, leading to gravity.
'a drawing of a planet'
Einstein’s findings, including the equation E=mc² and the constant speed of light, have profoundly influenced physics, confirming principles through experiments such as the Michelson-Morley test[1][2][3][5].

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