Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity

Exactly what is it that you are saying here?
Are you implying that Eintsteins theory of
relativity is an opposite of the theory of
evolution, or a replacement or what?
Not being a math major, chemistry was
more my speed.(once upon a time) Though
I do love mathematics - I'm afraid I can't
see the connection you are making here.
Could you explain further please.
Oh yes, by the way - welcome to A2K!

Hi, Eshubert, and welcome. Perhaps the problem you perceive arises from a perception on your part that Relativity admits to a mathematic proof, Evolution does not. Personally, I happen to think "Weight of Numbers" handily validates both theories.



timber

When Einstein got up to address his Speech/Thesis on the theory of relativity. Which he devised solely on his own. The Speech/Thesis that followed was devised by nearly 100 of the worlds best scientific minds of that generation. They had all put this thesis together to discredit this one man. To simply state that he was out of his mind (A Quack).
THOUGH HE PROVED THEM ALL WRONG

I guess I must be missing something here. I not only can't figure out where this discussion is going, I'm not sure I understand what it is supposed to be about. I infer there may be a theistic argument in here somewhere, but it just won't stand still long enough for me to get ahold of it. I'd love to play, but somebody has to bring me up to speed on the finer points of this particular game.



timber

the relative missunderstanding of evolution
Both "reletivity" and "evolution" are firmly ensconsed in the annals of science, with validations and evidence beyond one's wildest dreams. However, of the two, I would say, inspite of the fact that relativity requires a firm understanding of basic mathematics and physics, evolution based more upon general knowledge, and logic, seems to be far less properly understood; or, at least, is more frequently the object of criticisms which have nothing at all to do with the theory.

I think Steven Hawkings ideas about our universe is more a Special Theory than Einsteins' relativity. c.i.

Hi, BoGoWo, and welcome to A2k. Your point is well taken; "Energy Equals Mass Times The Square of the Velocity of Light" is difficult to argue with, and forms the basis for all subsequent physics (even Hawking's, c.i.). Evolution is a trickier concept to grasp for some, but relies as well on mathematic proof ... thousands upon thousands upon untold thousands of consistently corroborative observations form a statistical probability of overwhelming conviction.

Of course, once some folks' minds are made up, there's no point trying to distract them with facts.



timber

I fully agree; many who don't understand the information available, or are not sufficiently motivated to research a concept, flagrantly invent "facts" to suit their needs.

But also facts that have not been well "aired" frequently, quickly turn into "baggage"!