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12.2 The Twin Paradox
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Is the Twin Paradox rightly described as an example of time travel?
Does special relativity provide a prescription for going back in time?
Why is there such a difference between going forward and going backward in time?
How could the mere act of turning around make such a difference in how much George and Gracie age?
Is any of this related to time slowing down near massive objects?