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Thomas rotation and Mocanu paradox – not at all paradoxicalKeywords: Physics Education , Special relativity , Thomas rotation , Mocanu paradox Abstract: Non-commutativity of the Einstein velocity addition, in case of non-collinear velocities, seemingly gives rise to a conflict with reciprocity principle. However, Thomas rotation comes at a rescue and the paradox is avoided. It is shown that such a resolution of the so called Mocanu paradox is completely natural from the point of view of basic premises of special relativity.
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