The Speed and time relationship

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Time dilation occurs for objects traveling near the speed of light, but no material object can achieve light speed. Observers perceive time as slowed for these fast-moving objects, but this is a relative effect rather than an absolute change in time for the object itself. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the distinction between relative perception and actual time passage. For further exploration, users are encouraged to search the forum for over 11,000 related threads on time dilation.

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Q.1 Will time for an object be slowed ONLY when it travels VERY NEAR TO the speed of light? Or should it be EXACTLY in speed of light?
 
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JonLeung said:
Q.1 Will time for an object be slowed ONLY when it travels VERY NEAR TO the speed of light? Or should it be EXACTLY in speed of light?
No material object CAN travel at the speed of light. Time is NOT slowed for an object traveling near the speed of light relative to an observer, it just looks that way to the observer.

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