The Post- Newtonian Age Began in 1900 When

question 93

Multiple Choice

The post- Newtonian age began in 1900 when

• A) Michelson declared the Newtonian age was over.
• B) Einstein introduced the special theory of relativity.
• C) Einstein introduced the general theory of relativity.
• D) Maxwell introduced electromagnetic waves.
• E) Max Planck introduced the quantum of energy.

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