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This is the problem I encountered when studying physics. Then I presented the problem for discussion!weirdoguy said:
B What reference frame is used for the velocity v in the Lorentz transformation?
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The discussion centers on the complexities of using different reference frames in the context of the Lorentz transformation and time dilation. It highlights that when a spacecraft moves relative to Earth, the perception of time passing on each clock depends on the chosen frame of reference, complicating the question of which clock runs slower. The Earth and the spacecraft can be viewed as moving relative to each other, leading to different conclusions about time elapsed on their respective clocks. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of understanding the relativity of simultaneity and the need for precise definitions of reference frames to accurately analyze time dilation scenarios. Ultimately, the apparent paradoxes in relativity arise from misunderstandings of these concepts rather than flaws in the theory itself.