Relative time explained

Relative time may refer to:

• Theory of relativity, Einstein's theory which predicts that two observers in relative motion or different gravitational fields may experience time at a different rate
  • Special relativity, an application of the theory of relativity to observers with different velocities
  • General relativity, an application of the theory of relativity to observers in different gravitational fields
• Relativity of simultaneity, a concept in special relativity that states that two observers in relative motion may not observe events in the same order
• Time dilation, a difference in elapsed time as measured by two clocks due to differences in relative velocity or gravitational field
• Time perception, the subjective psychological experience of the passing of time
• Time zone, a standardized set time for a specific geographical region on Earth