What are your favorite web pages on SR?

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This discussion centers on recommended web pages and resources for studying special relativity. Key mentions include the academic paper "A Magical Derivation of the Lorentz Transformation" and the sci.physics.relativity FAQ, which serves as a comprehensive reference for frequently asked questions in the field. Participants emphasize the importance of accessing authoritative and exemplary materials to grasp the principles of special relativity effectively.

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What are your favorite web pages on special relativity and why? I'm looking for exemplary pages that represent orthodoxy and excellence.

Thanks.

Photon A
 
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Photon A said:
What are your favorite web pages on special relativity and why? I'm looking for exemplary pages that represent orthodoxy and excellence.

Thanks.

Photon A

The sci.physics.relativity FAQ is one of my favorite references - as it's name implies, it answers a lot of questions that are asked very frequently.

It, along with the general physics faq, can be found here

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