Question

2) You and your friend Barbara are in two different reference frames (rf) and are discussing/arguing about where and when a firecracker exploded. You are in a spaceship speeding past Barbaras Earth rf at 99.9% the speed of light (moving to her right) At zero time in both rfs, both your origins coincide, i.e. your spaceship is at her location at t 0. Barbara states unequivocally that the firework exploded at t 1 nanosecond (ns) exactly 2 meters to her right (Very $$$ watch!) When and where do YOU observe the firework to explode in your spaceships rf? After completing the calculation, put your result into words.
0 0
Add a comment Improve this question Transcribed image text
Know the answer?
Add Answer to:
2) You and your friend Barbara are in two different reference frames (rf) and are discussing/arguing...
Your Answer:

Post as a guest

Your Name:

What's your source?

Earn Coins

Coins can be redeemed for fabulous gifts.

Not the answer you're looking for? Ask your own homework help question. Our experts will answer your question WITHIN MINUTES for Free.
Similar Homework Help Questions
ADVERTISEMENT
Free Homework Help App
Download From Google Play
Scan Your Homework
to Get Instant Free Answers
Need Online Homework Help?
Ask a Question
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 3 hours.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT