In the special theory of relativity, if a body is moving with the velocity which is close to the velocity of light, then the apparent length of the body as compared to its original length
Correct answer: D. becomes contracted
- A. becomes twice.
- B. becomes enlarged.
- C. remains unchanged.
- D. becomes contracted
Explanation
In the special theory of relativity, length contraction is a phenomenon where an object's length appears shorter when it is moving at velocities close to the speed of light. This occurs due to the distortion of space and time at high speeds. Option A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not reflect the concept of length contraction that is a fundamental aspect of the special theory of relativity.
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