Relativistic Constraints on the Structure of Fundamental Forces

Details Relativistic Constraints on the Structure of Fundamental Forces Relativistic Constraints on the Structure of Fundamental Forces

2005-03-02

arxiv.org/abs/physics/0503020v1

Physics

General Physics

17 pages, 1 figure

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It is proved that Special Relativity imposes constraints on the structure of fundamental forces. The orthogonality of the 4-force exerted on an elementary particle and its 4-velocity is discussed. The significance of the energy-momentum tensor associated with the field is analyzed. Relying on these issues, it is proved that the Lorentz force is consistent with all constraints whereas a force derived from a scalar potential does not satisfy all requirements. This analysis explains a general discussion of Goldstein, Poole and Safko.

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