The Boy Who Chased Light - discover how a young Einstein's simple curiosity about a beam of light transformed our understanding of the universe forever.
Take an incredible journey through the evolution of physics, from Newton's classical laws to Einstein's groundbreaking theories of relativity. You'll discover:
• How a window washer inspired Einstein's greatest breakthrough
• The fascinating connection between gravity and curved space-time
• Why time moves differently depending on where you are in space
• The historic solar eclipse that proved Einstein right
This fascinating exploration reveals how Einstein's remarkable imagination led to the most important scientific revolution in history. Through simple thought experiments and creative visualization, see how he unraveled the mysteries that Newton couldn't solve, including the true nature of gravity, light, and time itself.
Want to understand how a single idea changed physics forever? Watch this video to explore the mind of history's most brilliant physicist and see how his childhood curiosity grew into theories that still shape our understanding of the universe today.
What thought experiments help you understand complex ideas? Share your experience in the comments below!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:26 - Newton's Laws of Motion, Gravity, Classical Mechanics
01:40 - Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity, Time Dilation, Space-Time
04:00 - Einstein's General Theory of Relativity, Curved Space, Gravitational Waves
06:34 - Eddington's Experiment, Solar Eclipse, Light Bending
