If Albert holds a mirror in front of his face while travelling at the speed of light, will he be able to see himself in the mirror, or will the light from his face never reach the mirror ? Also what would be the speed of light coming off Albert's face be to an observer on the ground at rest relative to the earth?
2007-06-02 08:29:15 · 4 answers · asked by Portman 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
Because the mirror is moving at the same rate ahead of Albert as the light off of Albert's face, the light would never reach the mirror. And because of the doppler effect, Albert's face would appear extremely blue-shifted to an observer, due to light being squashed in front of Albert's face. The speed of light itself would be the same to an observer in this situation.
2007-06-02 08:43:33 · answer #1 · answered by curbionicle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Albert Einstien's theory is incorrect. A correct theory shouldn't have any dilemma, and shouldn't have too many assumptions on one subject: light. His theory is relatively correct so far.
2007-06-02 10:54:40 · answer #2 · answered by need_advice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the mirrors speed is same as Al's. Yes he would see his reflection.The speed of light is constant to any observer.
2007-06-02 08:36:16 · answer #3 · answered by Bandit07 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So, if the light did reach or for whatever reason, he could see himself, would he see himself as is or blurred?
2007-06-02 08:48:47 · answer #4 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋