Minkowski space

Minkowski space is a mathematical model combining space and time into a four-dimensional framework, used in Einstein’s theory of relativity. Unlike the familiar three dimensions of space, Minkowski space includes time as a fourth dimension, allowing us to describe how objects move and interact at high speeds. It provides a consistent way to understand how measurements of distance and time change depending on an observer’s motion, leading to concepts like time dilation and length contraction. Think of it as a unified fabric where the geometry of spacetime determines the relationships between events, motion, and the speed of light.