The speed of light in the vacuum is the same for all observers regardless of their relative motion or the motion of the source of the light", is the important postulate of:

Correct answer: C. Special theory of relativity

  • A. Special conductivity
  • B. Special resistivity
  • C. Special theory of relativity
  • D. General theory of relativity

Explanation

Special theory of relativity - Correct: Einstein's special theory of relativity states that the speed of light is constant for all observers, regardless of their motion or the motion of the source.

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