Did you know that time doesn’t always pass at the same rate for everyone? According to Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, time slows down for objects moving at extremely high speeds—a phenomenon known as time dilation.
How Does Time Dilation Work?
When an object moves closer to the speed of light (300,000 km/s), time slows down relative to an observer who is at rest. This means that if you were traveling on a spaceship near the speed of light, a few hours for you could be years for someone on Earth! 🌍⏳
Real-Life Examples of Time Dilation:
1️⃣ Astronauts Age Slower: Astronauts on the International Space Station (moving at 28,000 km/h) experience tiny amounts of time dilation, aging milliseconds slower than people on Earth! 🛰️
2️⃣ GPS Satellites Need Time Correction: GPS satellites orbit Earth at high speeds, and their onboard clocks tick slightly faster than clocks on the ground. Scientists adjust their time readings to maintain accuracy. 🕰️📡
💡 Mind-Blowing Thought: If a twin travels to space at near-light speed and returns to Earth, they would be younger than their twin who stayed behind! This is called the Twin Paradox. 🤯♾️