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The Physics of Light- Season 1

The Special Theory of Relativity

Series: Physics of Light
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Episodes
6
Rating
TVPG
Year
2015
Language
English
Publisher
PBS

About

Starting with Einstein's Theory of Relativity, Physics of Light explores the true nature of light, peers inside the atom, and looks ahead to the most cutting edge theories in physics. This intriguing 6-part series uses the medium of light to explore the concepts of physics from familiar theories, such as Newton's Law of Gravity, to the latest in scientific research, like string theory and M-theory.

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Episodes

1 to 3 of 6

1. Light and Time

50m

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In part 1, we begin our quest for light with Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. By chronicling the historical events that led to Einstein's discovery, we learn not only about light, but about how time affects light's behavior.

2. Light and Space

50m

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Part 2 of the series focuses on Einstein's General Theory of Relativity. Beginning with Isaac Newton and his discovery of gravity, we find out how Einstein was able to reconcile his theories with that of Newton's.

3. In Pursuit of Light

50m

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In part 3, we learn about the true nature of light. Through colors, we learn that light contains a wide array of frequencies, and ultimately find out that light is a form of electromagnetism.

4. Light and Atoms

50m

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In part 4, we peer inside the atom. Through the story of how the atom was first charted, we are introduced to the world of the quantum where things behave mysteriously.

5. Light and Quantum Physics

50m

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If the previous episode was an introduction to the world of quantum mechanics, part 5 delves further into this surprising world. We learn that electrons act both like particles and waves depending on whether they are being observed, and find out about the clash between quantum mechanics and the Theory of Relativity.

6. Light and Strings

50m

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Part 6 ties all of the episodes together by exploring "the theory of everything." In this episode, we hear about the attempts that were made to resolve the conflict between quantum mechanics and relativity, and learn about the resulting string theory as well as the most cutting edge theories in physics.

Extended Details

  • Closed CaptionsEnglish

Artists

Si-Joon Kimdirector
Hyung-Joon Kimdirector
Si-Joon Kimproducer
Hyung-Joon Kimproducer
Young Doo Jungactor