E=MC2
Not only was Einstein a brilliant mathematician he was also a profound physicist. In 1905 Einstein wrote three papers that would change the way humans viewed and treat the world we live in.
Most notable was his special theory of relativity. This equation allowed Einstein to discover a connection between energy and mass, and therefore explaining it in the formula E=MC2.Here E represents energy, m represents mass, and cē is a very large number, the square of the speed of light.
This equation in other words meant that energy is put equal to mass, in turn multiplied by the square of the velocity of light, showed that very small amounts of mass may be converted into very large amounts of energy and vice versa. This break through equation later led to the development of the Atomic Bomb which will be discussed later on.
In 1917, Einstein and others applied General Relativity to the structure and evolution of the universe as a whole. 1922 led to the first theory of "The Big Bang". A Russian mathematician and meteorologist Alexander Friedmann discovered using Einsteins classic E=MC2 theory that the universe began as a result of a big bang. His theory stated that with a combination of extreme density and temperature planet Earth was born over time. As a result of this equation scientists have been able to successfully predict that the universe is approximately ten billion years old. As a result of Einsteins theories scientists have been able to change the worlds view upon the universe. Not only has his theory helped predict the very existence of Earth, but has led to further developments of accurately predicting the existing of all the planets in our solar system.
In 1939, at the urging of Dr. Leo Szilard,one of Einsteins friends, Einstein wrote to President Roosevelt warning of a new discovery of a "nuclear chain reaction in a large mass of uranium."(The World As I see it,p133,1993) Einstein warned President Roosevelt that the discovery of such a reaction could lead to the construction of "extremely powerful bombs of a new type." Einstein also mentioned that Dr. Leo Szilard was working on this and urged the US to find this reaction before Germany. It was Einstein's letter that led President Roosevelt to funding uranium research and later to the Manhattan Project. During this projectthat the first Nuclear bomb was discovered. As a result because of the glowing tensions between Germany and the Allies the US was forced to drop the Bomb on Hiroshima.
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As a result of the bomb being used more than a quarter of a million died. Those of whom survived died months later because of radiation poisoning. The use of the A bomb can be considered as a Key factor in the end of the Nazi regime. The threat of a European Hiroshima horrifed many Nazi officials. Over fifty years later the invention of the Nuclear Bomb led to key developments in energy use. Einsteins worst fear led to the creation of Nuclear energy. Its benefits meant that controlling a nuclear chain reaction created useful energy that provides many cities with power.
At his utter disgust Einstein made his feelings be clear on the matter of using the Atomic Bomb. He wrote numerous letters to then US President Roosevelt.
However before Roosevelt could read Einsteins last letter pledging for peace he died. With this Einstein went to America in search of help resolving future problems more peacefully. He taught many lectures about his life findings and how simple thoughts could change the scientific knowledge.
In 1952 the death of Isreal's first President, Einstein was invited to succeed him as President. After much consideration he decided to decline the offer and remian what he consider his ultimate dream a teacher of Knowledge.
Despite the many honours given to him, in 1955 Einstein died. At the time of his death he was regarded as the most influential man to grace the 20th century.
Revolution in science - New theory of the Universe - Newtonian ideas overthrown.(The London Times 7 November 1919
The above quote I belive sums up Einsteins life and role, not only as a mathmatician but as a person.
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