One of the First Tests of the General Theory of Relativity

question 8

Multiple Choice

One of the first tests of the general theory of relativity was the ____.

• A) description of the orbit of the moon
• B) determination of the speed of light as a constant
• C) change in mass of a particle moving at a high speed
• D) demonstration of a hammer and a feather falling at the same rate on the moon
• E) determination of the rate of advance of the perihelion of Mercury's orbit

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Definitions:

Brain Fissures

Grooves or clefts on the surface of the brain that separate different parts of the brain.

Association Areas

Regions in the brain that incorporate sensory experiences and information from memory to produce meaningful perceptions.

Sensory Information

Data received by the sensory organs (e.g., eyes, ears, skin) that is then processed by the brain.

Association Areas

Regions of the brain that integrate information from various sensory inputs and are involved in complex processes like thinking and learning.