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How can I interpret or mathematically formalize Maxwellian, Leibnizian, and Machian space-times?
I've been reading the book, World Enough and Space-Time, and I came across a rough list of classical space-times with varying structural significance.
Here is the same list, minus Machian Space-time,...
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How can Newton's idea of absolute space be reconciled with Galilean relativity?
I wasn't sure if this might be better suited to History of Science and Mathematics SE, but I suppose it is a bit more 'science-y' than historical.
Apparently Newton believed in absolute space and ...
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Are laws of physics (mechanics) symmetric under uniform rotation?
I'm just starting to learn about symmetry. I understand that physical laws are symmetric under translation and consequently (is it not a consequence?) under uniform velocity in a straight line.
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