Einstein
Definition
Albert Einstein was a renowned physicist who developed many groundbreaking theories, including his theory of relativity and his explanation of the photoelectric effect. He revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and energy.
Analogy
Think of Einstein as a master puzzle solver. He took complex scientific puzzles and found elegant solutions that fit all the pieces together perfectly, just like solving a jigsaw puzzle.
Related terms
Theory of Relativity: Einstein's theory that describes how gravity affects space and time.
Mass-Energy Equivalence (E=mc²): Einstein's famous equation that shows how mass can be converted into energy.
Special Relativity: A branch of physics dealing with objects moving at constant speeds relative to each other.
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