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Basically the title. Take relativity it has the Lorenz factor 1/sqrt(1-(v/c^2)) and if v is not zero it's something that isn't accounted for in classical mechanics. Does that make classical mechanics wrong?
my2cts said:Classical kinetic energy is the lowest series expansion of gamma,.
Classical mechanics is correct up to and including the second order in v.
Nugatory said:Many years ago Isaac Asimov (who was a quite capable scientist as well as science fiction author) wrote a pretty decent essay: http://chem.tufts.edu/AnswersInScience/RelativityofWrong.htm
chuligan said:But, and unfortunately for such improvised claims, the gamma is a simple classical thing, because easily derivable, for example using the light clock, which is a completely classical entity.
Albeaver said:Basically the title. Take relativity it has the Lorenz factor 1/sqrt(1-(v/c^2)) and if v is not zero it's something that isn't accounted for in classical mechanics. Does that make classical mechanics wrong?
No, classical physics is not completely wrong. It is still a useful and accurate framework for understanding the world around us in most everyday situations. However, it does not provide a complete explanation for certain phenomena, such as the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic level.
The limitations of classical physics include its inability to explain the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic level, as well as its failure to account for certain phenomena such as the bending of light in gravitational fields and the behavior of objects at very high speeds.
Classical physics is based on Newton's laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation, while modern physics includes theories such as relativity and quantum mechanics. Modern physics expands upon and improves upon the principles of classical physics, providing a more complete understanding of the physical world.
Classical physics is still taught because it is a fundamental and essential part of understanding the physical world. It provides a strong foundation for understanding more complex and advanced theories in modern physics. Additionally, classical physics is still applicable and accurate in many everyday situations.
It is unlikely that classical physics will ever be completely replaced by modern physics. While modern physics has expanded our understanding of the physical world, classical physics is still a useful and accurate framework for understanding many phenomena. It is likely that both classical and modern physics will continue to be studied and used in the scientific community.