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Why does time change when traveling close to the speed of light? A physicist explains

  • Written by Michael Lam, Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy, Rochester Institute of Technology
Why does time change when traveling close to the speed of light? A physicist explainsTime gets a little strange as you approach the speed of light.ikonacolor/iStock via Getty ImagesWhy does time change when traveling close to the speed of light? A physicist explains

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