As a string moves through spacetime, it sweeps out a surface called its worldsheet. The starting point for string theory sets the action equal to the area of this worldsheet. Get the notes for free here: https://courses.physicswithelliot.com...

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This video is part 4 of the series I've been sharing with you about the principle of least action. The first video was about a particle in Newtonian mechanics, the second was about a particle in special relativity, and the third about a particle in general relativity. In this video, we'll learn about the principle of least action for string theory. It's called the Nambu-Goto action, and it's given by the area of the worldsheet that the string sweeps out as it moves through spacetime.

Part 1 Introduction to the principle of least action:    • Explaining the Principle of Least Act...  

Part 2 The action in special relativity:    • The Special Relativistic Action, Expl...  

Part 3 The action in general relativity:    • How Einstein Uncovered the Path a Par...  

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