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Can We Travel Faster Than Light? - Understanding the Misconceptions of Science

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Overview

Explore the fascinating concept of light speed and its limitations in this 30-minute video from the "Understanding the Misconceptions of Science" series. Delve into the intricacies of measuring light speed, understand the index of refraction, and learn why light moves slower in materials compared to a vacuum. Discover the truth behind quantum physics myths and the groundbreaking Cherenkov effect. Investigate phenomena that appear to move faster than light in a vacuum and ponder whether the universe's expansion reaches light speed. Gain clarity on the often misunderstood aspects of light travel and expand your knowledge of fundamental physics concepts.

Syllabus

Measuring the Speed of Light
Index of Refraction
Why Light Moves More Slowly in Material Than a Vacuum
Dispelling a Myth in Quantum Physics
Discovering the Cherenkov Effect
How Is Cherenkov Radiation Made?
What Moves Faster than Light in a Vacuum
Is the Universe Expanding at the Speed of Light?

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Wondrium

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