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A Brief Introduction to General Relativity

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Embark on a captivating journey through Einstein's Theory of General Relativity in this illuminating lecture by renowned physicist Anthony Zee. Begin with the groundbreaking discovery of gravity waves and explore how gravity relates to other classical field theories. Delve into the concept of curved spacetime and the action principle, before venturing into cutting-edge topics such as black holes and Hawking radiation. Gain insights into the frontiers of physics, including quantum gravity and the mysteries of dark matter and energy. Learn from Zee's expertise as he draws from his extensive research and authorship in particle physics, condensed matter physics, and various other areas of theoretical physics and evolutionary biology. This comprehensive talk, presented at The Royal Institution, offers a unique opportunity to grasp complex gravitational concepts and their far-reaching implications in modern physics.

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A Brief Introduction to General Relativity - with Anthony Zee


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The Royal Institution

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