Understanding the Origin of e=mc^2 with Einstein's Explanation

  • Thread starter Thread starter Neohaven
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    E=mc^2
AI Thread Summary
The discussion centers on the origins of the equation e=mc^2, with a request for a concise mathematical proof. The user expresses a desire to understand the equation beyond surface-level explanations, indicating familiarity with calculus concepts like derivatives and integrals. Participants share resources, including links to Einstein's own explanations and relevant threads for deeper insights. The conversation emphasizes the importance of grasping the underlying principles of the equation rather than just its application. Understanding e=mc^2 is framed as a fundamental aspect of physics that connects energy and mass.
Neohaven
Messages
36
Reaction score
0
Where does e=mc^2 come from?

i would like a concise ( if possible ) mathematic proof, i know about derivatives, and integrals, so you can go on with that...

that's simply because i want to understand why it is like so... this is no homework, but i found no better place to ask it

regards,

Neohaven
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Neohaven said:
Where does e=mc^2 come from?

i would like a concise ( if possible ) mathematic proof, i know about derivatives, and integrals, so you can go on with that...

that's simply because i want to understand why it is like so... this is no homework, but i found no better place to ask it

regards,

Neohaven
Have a look at this thread:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=64645

AM
 
Here is this link...it's an explanation from Einstein himself
http://www.aip.org/history/einstein/voice1.htm
 

Thread 'Errors and significant figures'

I multiplied the values first without the error limit. Got 19.38. rounded it off to 2 significant figures since the given data has 2 significant figures. So = 19. For error I used the above formula. It comes out about 1.48. Now my question is. Should I write the answer as 19±1.5 (rounding 1.48 to 2 significant figures) OR should I write it as 19±1. So in short, should the error have same number of significant figures as the mean value or should it have the same number of decimal places as...
View full post »
Thread 'A cylinder connected to a hanging mass'

Thread 'A cylinder connected to a hanging mass'

Let's declare that for the cylinder, mass = M = 10 kg Radius = R = 4 m For the wall and the floor, Friction coeff = ##\mu## = 0.5 For the hanging mass, mass = m = 11 kg First, we divide the force according to their respective plane (x and y thing, correct me if I'm wrong) and according to which, cylinder or the hanging mass, they're working on. Force on the hanging mass $$mg - T = ma$$ Force(Cylinder) on y $$N_f + f_w - Mg = 0$$ Force(Cylinder) on x $$T + f_f - N_w = Ma$$ There's also...
View full post »

Similar threads

Calculating the Planck Length
Replies
3
Views
209
Momentum of a Photon: E/c=p Explained
Replies
2
Views
2K
I Deriving e=mc^2, how is it possible?
Replies
2
Views
1K
I Uncovering a Decent Proof of E=mc^2
Replies
14
Views
2K
E=mc^2 Conversion to eV=u: What Happens to the Distance Units?
Replies
4
Views
5K
Using E=mc^2 does thermal energy add to an object's mass?
Replies
14
Views
3K
I History of E=mc^2 Before Einstein
Replies
28
Views
6K
Finding relativistic mass and energy of an electron
Replies
14
Views
3K
Calculating Energy from Mass Using E=mc²
Replies
7
Views
2K
Find rate of temperature change using heat capacity, density and area
Replies
4
Views
2K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top