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When Time Breaks Down

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Some define time by motion, but how exactly does this work? Space Time added a video as part of its The Origin of Matter and Time playlist to explore just this question. It breaks down the relationships between matter, motion, and time. Through a thought experiment and a photon box, perceptions alter making definitions complex.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Learn more about other thought experiments Einstein proposed
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge from the video linked at the 0:10 mark
  • Intended for an audience of high-level science students with knowledge of physics, quantum mechanics, and advanced mathematics
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Offers subtitles for visual learners
  • Works well in a traditional or flipped classroom
Cons
  • None