tkm2002 said:
tiny-tim said:Hi tkm2002!
No, it confirms the principle of relativity …
the v(1 ± 1/n2) formula is what special relativity predicts (by adding or subtracting v, the speed of the water, to c/n, the speed of light in the water) …
see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fizeau_experiment#Derivation_in_special_relativity"
The principle of relativity is a fundamental concept in physics that states that the laws of physics are the same for all observers in uniform motion. This means that the laws of physics are not affected by an observer's frame of reference.
The principle of relativity can be violated if an observer is not in uniform motion or if there is an external force acting on the system. In these cases, the laws of physics may appear different to the observer compared to other observers in different frames of reference.
The principle of relativity has been extensively tested and verified through experiments and observations, particularly in the fields of mechanics and electromagnetism. However, it cannot be proven with absolute certainty as it is a fundamental principle in physics.
Einstein's theory of relativity is based on the principle of relativity and extends it to include the effects of gravity. The special theory of relativity deals with objects moving at constant speeds, while the general theory of relativity takes into account the effects of gravity on the motion of objects.
There are no known exceptions to the principle of relativity. However, there are situations where it may appear to be violated, such as in quantum mechanics or in extreme conditions like black holes, where the laws of physics may behave differently. But these are still consistent with the principle of relativity.