Relativity and Thermodynamics Review

This lecture covers a review of relativity and thermodynamics concepts. It starts with an overview of special relativity, including time dilation, Lorentz transformations, and the laws of mechanics. The discussion then shifts to thermodynamics, focusing on the laws of gases, heat transfer, and the first and second principles of thermodynamics. The lecture delves into the postulates of Einstein's theory of relativity, the speed of light, and the equivalence of mass and energy. It concludes with a detailed exploration of kinetic theory, specific molar heat, and the principles of thermodynamics applied to different systems.