Einstein's Miracle Year: Groundbreaking Discoveries of 1905

In 1905, known as Einstein's Miracle Year, he published groundbreaking papers that transformed scientific understanding. He proposed that light is made of photons, leading to quantum theory, and proved the existence of atoms and molecules. Einstein also developed the theory of special relativity, explaining how the speed of a moving object can appear different based on the observer's perspective. The video reviews these concepts and includes quiz questions to reinforce learning.

What did Einstein propose about the nature of light in his Miracle Year?

• Light is made of waves

• Light is a form of sound

• Light is a continuous stream

• Light is composed of photons

Which year is often referred to as Einstein's Miracle Year?

• 1920

• 1910

• 1905

• 1900

What did Einstein's experiments prove about atoms and molecules?

• They are theoretical concepts

• They are real physical objects

• They are made of light

• They do not exist

According to Einstein, what is the nature of light?

• Both waves and particles

• Only particles

• Neither waves nor particles

• Only waves

What does Einstein's theory of special relativity explain?

• The speed of sound

• The speed of light is constant

• The speed of a moving object can appear different based on the observer

• The speed of time