What exactly is a frame of reality?

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A frame of reality refers to a coordinate system used by an observer to take measurements, often equated with a frame of reference. It can be static and is essential for understanding physical laws, particularly in an inertial frame where the observer is not accelerating. The discussion highlights that a frame of reference can encompass a single point or a set of points, depending on the context. The concept is crucial for applying principles like F=ma in physics. Clarifying the definition and properties of frames of reference can aid in grasping the underlying concepts.
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What exactly is a frame of reality?

Is it 2d? What are some of its properities?

I'm not sure if I'm asking this question in the correct way...I'm just having trouble with the concept.
 
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Do you mean frame of reference?
 
If I did; what would your definition be?
 
A frame of reference is a coordinate system that is static to the observer used to take measurements.
 
theFuture said:
A frame of reference is a coordinate system that is static to the observer used to take measurements.

like a point? Or is it a set of points?
 
A more general frame in regards to physics would be an "inertial frame", which is basically a frame that isn't accelerating, but that doesn't mean it can't have some velocity relative to another frame. It is basically just a frame where F=ma makes sense. I can tell you are having trouble with the concept, because you are apparently having trouble asking the question.
 

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