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 * Einstein's theory of relativity is accurate, applies to physical processes, and is used in technology.**

The theory of relativity was proposed by Jewish scientist Albert Einstein in the early 20th century. His theory proposes that time, and space are not concrete concepts. This theory is a very difficult concept to comprehend. Many scientists have been further researching this concept and further proving it. Many occurrences point to the fact that Einstein's theory is accurate and does affect physical processes.

In 1998 and again in 2001 the Rossi Explorer have observed evidence of the theory taking place. A part of Einstein's theory states that space time orbits around an orbiting object with a strong gravitational force. The Rossi Explorer observed some sort of spatial matter orbiting around a black hole. They described the matter as little children running around on a merry-go-round. As the the black hole shifted in space the orbit orbited with a greater velocity. ("X-Ray")

After the introduction of the theory of relativity many scientists including Einstein thought of applying it to the science of cosmology. Cosmology is the science about our cosmos. Before the theory everyone thought that our cosmos was static, unchanging. After using relativity equations scientists discovered that the cosmos is not static, but rather either expanding or contracting. This is due to the nature of stars' gravitational pulls. These pulls suggest that the stars would be attracted to each other and so the distance between them would constantly be shrinking. The universe could, however, start out expanding and over time start shrinking. (Gary Felder)

The theory of relativity is used by many on a day-to-day basis and they don't even know about it. For example all GPS are synchronized using the rules of relativity. So every time someone turns on a GPS, relativity equations are being applied to show you your correct position and time. Many sources of transportation highly depend on this system. The military uses GPS for nearly every vehicle. Without the theory of relativity this piece of technology would not be reliable. The GPS is another way to prove that Einstein was correct. (Hans Arora)

Based on observations and applications of Einstein's theory of relativity many scientists are able to declare this theory as accurate. Using this theory correctly in the future could lead to great advancements in the field of science. It is suspected that the more scientists apply this theory, the more it will be proven to be correct.


 * Arora, Hans. "Einstein's Theory of Relativity: Implacations Beyond Science? - Science." __Einstein's Theory of Relativity: Implacations Beyond Science? - Science__. 20 Oct. 2008. Science in Society. 27 Jan. 2009 http://scienceinsociety.northwestern.edu/content/articles/2008/research-digest/student-papers/einstein/einstein2019s-theory-of-relativity-implications-beyond-science. - Gives examples of where relativity is used outside of sciences. Also gives some background information about the theory.
 * Felder, Gary. "Bumps and Wiggles: An Introduction to General Relativity." __Bumps and Wiggles: An Introduction to General Relativity__. 2003. 27 Jan. 2009 http://www4.ncsu.edu/unity/lockers/users/f/felder/public/kenny/papers/gr1.html. - In this article the theory of relativity is applied to the science of our cosmos. Using the theory they conclude properties of our cosmos.
 * "X-Ray Austronomy Puts Einstein to the Test." __X-Ray Austronomy Puts Einstein to the Test__. Nasa. 27 Jan. 2009 http://imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/science/mysteries_l2/relativity.html. - Describes a visual of the theory of relativity in space viewed throught a japanese X-Ray satellite.