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Philosophy of Physics
In Fritz Allhoff (ed.), Philosophies of the Sciences. Wiley‐Blackwell. pp. 127–162 (2010-01-04)
Abstract
This chapter contains sections titled: Introduction The Theory of Relativity Quantum Theory Conclusion References.
philosophy of physics Einstein's theory of relativity and quantum theory Special Theory of Relativity principle of equivalence principle of general covariance and principle of equivalence – foundational principles of general relativity implications of general theory of relativity empirical tests of relativity GPS (global position system) unit ‐ of navigational systems two‐slit experiment with detectors view of physics as fundamental
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