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  • Luminiferous Aether

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    Introduction The concept of the luminiferous aether (also known as “ether”) was central to the theoretical framework of physics before the advent of Einstein’s theory of relativity. Essentially, it was considered the medium through which light waves propagate, much like sound waves require a medium such as air to travel. The Nature of Light: A…

  • Michelson-Morley Experiment

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    Introduction The Michelson-Morley experiment was a pivotal moment in the history of physics. Conducted by Albert A. Michelson and Edward W. Morley in 1887, it aimed to detect the relative motion of matter through the hypothetical “luminiferous aether” which was believed to carry light waves. The null result of this experiment set the stage for…