Da investiga\c{c}\~ao sobre a natureza da luz \`a relatividade especial: notas de aula

TL;DR

This paper discusses how experiments and theories about light's nature contributed to Einstein's development of special relativity, highlighting key facts that led to the theory's formulation.

Contribution

It provides an overview of experimental and theoretical foundations that influenced the creation of special relativity in 1905.

Findings

Experiments on light's nature influenced relativity development

Key facts from experiments supported Einstein's theory

Historical overview of light and relativity connection

Abstract

It is shown as experiments and theories about the nature of light led to the special theory of relativity. The most important facts for the emergence of the theory proposed by Einstein in 1905 are presented.