Improper Length & Time Intervals

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The discussion identifies "coordinate length" and "coordinate time" as the terms for improper length and time intervals in the context of relativity. These concepts are commonly referenced in various relativity literature. Participants confirmed the terminology and requested quotations for further validation.

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Please tell me what is the name of a length which is not a proper one and of a time interval which is not a proper one.
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They are respectively "coordinate length" and "coordinate time". You can find these in most relativity books.
 
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They are respectively "coordinate length" and "coordinate time". You can find these in most relativity books.
Thanks. Please give me some quotations.
 

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