Absolute Space and Moving Co-ordinates.

In summary, Galilean space-time does not use co-ordinate systems such as x3 and t1 because comparing two space-time co-ordinates results in looking at the same point in space 9 seconds apart. However, this is considered naïve in special relativity, which recognizes the relativity of time and the absence of absolute space. This raises the question of whether the notion of relative/personal space exists, as a moving co-ordinate system would have its own space despite its motion.
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Galilean space-time renounces that use of co-ordinate systems such as x3 and t1 because comparing two space-time co-ordinates such as x3=1,2,3, t1=1 and x3=1,2,3,t1=10 says you are looking at the same point in space 9 seconds apart. This is thought to be naive. But in special relativity, time is relative. And because there is no absolute space, would the notion of relative/personal space exist? As in, a moving co-ordinate system has its own space despite its motion.
 
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n4n0b0y said:
Galilean space-time renounces that use of co-ordinate systems such as x3 and t1 because comparing two space-time co-ordinates such as x3=1,2,3, t1=1 and x3=1,2,3,t1=10 says you are looking at the same point in space 9 seconds apart.

No it doesn't. There is no trouble labeling coordinates that way in Newtonian mechanics.

n4n0b0y said:
This is thought to be naive. But in special relativity, time is relative. And because there is no absolute space, would the notion of relative/personal space exist? As in, a moving co-ordinate system has its own space despite its motion.

I didn't understand any of that.
 

Related to Absolute Space and Moving Co-ordinates.

1. What is absolute space?

Absolute space is a concept in physics that refers to a fixed, unchanging background against which all motion and position can be measured.

2. How is absolute space different from relative space?

Relative space is a concept that describes motion and position in relation to other objects, while absolute space is fixed and does not depend on other objects.

3. What are moving co-ordinates?

Moving co-ordinates are reference frames that are in motion with respect to absolute space. They are used to describe the motion and position of objects in relation to the fixed background of absolute space.

4. Why is absolute space important in physics?

Absolute space provides a constant frame of reference for measuring and understanding motion and position. It allows for precise and accurate calculations in physics and is essential for theories such as Newton's laws of motion.

5. Is absolute space a proven concept?

The concept of absolute space has been debated and challenged by various scientists throughout history. While it is still a widely accepted concept in classical physics, it has been replaced by the theory of relativity in modern physics.

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