General Relativity and Gravity - What Einstein Discovered

Explore Einstein's groundbreaking journey from the special theory of relativity to the general theory of relativity in this 29-minute video lecture. Delve into the fundamental concepts of space, time, and gravity as presented by Dan Hooper. Examine the equivalence principle, the connection between acceleration and gravity, and the distinctions between inertial and gravitational mass. Investigate how gravity influences light propagation and reshapes our understanding of space-time geometry. Learn about Einstein's collaboration with Marcel Grossmann, the role of tensor analysis, and the challenges faced in developing field equations. Discover the historical context, including David Hilbert's involvement and the publication of the general theory. Understand the profound implications of this theory and how scientists measure its effects today. Gain insights into one of the most revolutionary scientific theories of the 20th century, which continues to shape our understanding of the universe.

What is the Special Theory of Relativity?
Special Relativity vs. Newtonian Gravity
What Is the General Theory of Relativity?
What Is the Equivalence Principle?
Acceleration and Gravity Might Be Deeply Connected
"Mass" in Newtonian Physics
What is Inertial Mass?
What is Gravitational Mass?
On the Influence of Gravity on the Propagation of Light
Gravity and Geometry of Space and Time
Five Basic Axioms of Euclidean Geometry
Exceptions to Euclid's Fifth Postulate
Gravitational Field Equations
Einstein and Marcel Grossmann on Field Equations
What is Tensor Analysis?
Equations Can't Be Self-Consistently Applied
Outline of a Generalized Theory of Relativity and of a Theory of Gravitation
Detecting Error in Newtonian Prediction
Incorrect Versions of Einstein’s Theory
David Hilbert Takes Interest in Einstein's Theory
What are Tensors?
Einstein Publishes His General Theory of Relativity
Implications of General Theory of Relativity
How Scientists Measure the Effects of General Relativity