Introduction to Cosmology Example Exam Question

Lecture 2: Relativity

Explain what is meant by the principle of relativity. [1]
If we combine the Galilean transformation with Maxwell's theory of electromagnetism, we violate the principle of relativity. Explain why this is so. [1]
What is the equivalence principle? Explain why the equivalence principle implies that light should be deflected by a gravitational field. How was this effect first used to test general relativity? [3]

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