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Vocabulary Entry
lorentz
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A term related to the Lorentz transformation, which is used in physics to describe how measurements of time and space change for observers in different inertial frames.
Example Sentences
"The Lorentz contraction explains why objects appear shorter when moving close to the speed of light."
"Einstein's theory of relativity incorporates the principles of the Lorentz transformations."
"Understanding lorentz effects is crucial for advanced studies in theoretical physics."
A
adjective
Relating to or derived from the principles established by the Dutch physicist Hendrik Lorentz.
Example Sentences
"The lorentz factor is fundamental in calculations involving relativistic speeds."
"In this experiment, we observed lorentzian patterns in the data."
"The lorentzian implications of the formula were evident in the results."