Understanding the Constant Speed of Light: A Brief Explanation

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The discussion centers on the perplexing nature of the constant speed of light, which remains approximately 300,000,000 m/s regardless of the observer's motion towards the light source. This phenomenon challenges intuitive notions of speed and relativity, as one might expect the light's speed to increase when moving towards it. The Michelson-Morley experiment is referenced as a key study that demonstrated this principle and helped establish the theory of relativity. Participants in the discussion express a desire for clearer explanations and additional resources to understand these concepts better. The conversation highlights the fundamental implications of light speed in the context of time dilation and potential time travel.
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Hey. I've been reading about time dilation and the possibility of time travel, and I've come across a strange concept a few times.

Light traveling towards me will be traveling at ~300000000m/s if i am standing still. Apaprently, even if i move towards the light, the speed of the light relative to me will still be ~300000000m/s. I would have generally thought that the speed of light relative to me would be greater if I am moving towards it. I am finding it hard to understand this concept? Why is this possible?

Would anyone be able to please try to briefly explain, or even give links that may help me understand.

Thanks,
Dan.
 
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It is simply an experimental fact as i know. U may want to know more about the experiment, the Michelson-Morley experiment.
 
ok. Yea, that was another question i was meaning to ask...the name of the experiment which proved it. Thanks for telling me that :)
 

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