Time Dilation Observed in Relative Frames: A Simple Question

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of relativity in the context of two frames moving relative to each other at a certain velocity. It also addresses the idea of time dilation and how it is perceived differently by each frame. The example of the twin paradox is used to explain how asymmetry in a situation can affect the perception of time dilation.
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There are only two frame moving relative with each other at certain velocity. One frame see the other going right and the other to the left.

Isn't it contradict that each see the other time running slow and both are correct?

And this isn't the case , where one twin leave Earth and each see each other leaving. In this one experience acceleration and rest other details explanation is existed.

Its a simple question, but I'm unable to answer.
 
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rajeshmarndi said:
There are only two frame moving relative with each other at certain velocity. One frame see the other going right and the other to the left.

Isn't it contradict that each see the other time running slow and both are correct?
There is no contradiction, as long as you also allow for the relativity of simultaneity. There are a number of other threads in this forum explaining how this works. For example www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=729941 and https://www.physicsforums.com/showpost.php?p=4556116&postcount=16

And this isn't the case , where one twin leave Earth and each see each other leaving. In this one experience acceleration and rest other details explanation is existed.
In this case the situation is not symmetrical because one twin experiences acceleration and the other doesn't. Because the situation is not symmetrical, there's no reason to expect them both to believe that the other's clock is running slow, and indeed they will both agree that the accelerated twin is the slow one. You should carefully study the FAQ at http://math.ucr.edu/home/baez/physics/Relativity/SR/TwinParadox/twin_paradox.html, come back if after reading that you still have quations.
 

1. What is time dilation?

Time dilation is a phenomenon in which time appears to pass at different rates for different observers, depending on their relative speeds and positions.

2. How is time dilation observed in relative frames?

Time dilation is observed by comparing the passage of time between two observers in relative frames, where one observer is moving at a constant velocity relative to the other. The observer in motion will experience time passing slower compared to the stationary observer.

3. What causes time dilation?

Time dilation is a consequence of Einstein's theory of relativity, which states that time and space are not absolute, but are relative to the observer's frame of reference. It is caused by the constant speed of light and the distortion of space-time by massive objects.

4. Is time dilation a real phenomenon?

Yes, time dilation has been confirmed through numerous experiments and observations, including the famous Hafele-Keating experiment in 1971 which showed that atomic clocks aboard airplanes measured slightly less time than synchronized clocks on the ground.

5. How does time dilation affect our daily lives?

In our daily lives, the effects of time dilation are negligible due to the relatively slow speeds we move at compared to the speed of light. However, it is a crucial concept in modern physics and plays a significant role in technologies such as GPS, which must account for the effects of time dilation to function accurately.

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