The Theory of Relativity (Dover Books on Physics)

Pathria, R. K.

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Published by Dover Publications, 2012

0486428192 / 9780486428192

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Book is pre-owned - please see photos. This graduate-level text extends beyond mathematical derivations to elaborate on physical ideas underlying relativity, with a historical introduction and examinations of special theory (space-time transformations, four-dimensional formulations, mechanics, optics, electromagnetism), and general theory (space-time continuum, gravitation, experiments, and relativistic cosmology). Contents: Historical Introduction. Part 1 — The Special Theory: 1. Space-Time Transformations. 2. Four-Dimensional Formulation of the Theory. 3. Mechanics. 4. Optics. 5. Electromagnetism. Part 2 — The General Theory: 6. General Transformations in the Space-Time Continuum. 7. Geometrization of Gravitation. 8. Experimental Tests of Einstein's Theory of Gravitation. 9. Relativistic Cosmology. Appendices — Differential Geometry of a Curved Surface. 1974 edition.

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Title
The Theory of Relativity (Dover Books on Physics)
Author
Pathria, R. K.
Publisher
Dover Publications
Publication year
2012
Condition
Good
Binding
Soft cover
Language
English
ISBN 10
0486428192
ISBN 13
9780486428192
Edition
2nd Edition
Item weight
431 grams
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15.24 centimeters width by 22.86 centimeters height by 1.91 centimeters depth

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