Excerpt from Light: An Elementary Text-Book Theoretical and Practical
Nature of Light, Luminous Bodies, Rays of Light, Rectilinear Propagation, Shadows, Intensity of Illu mination, Law of Inverse Square, Photometry.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an accessible introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of light and its properties. The author, a respected scientist, provides clear explanations and engaging experiments to guide readers from the fundamental concepts to the fascinating applications of light in the real world. The book delves into the nature of light, its propagation, reflection, refraction, and more. It places light within the broader historical and scientific context, discussing key discoveries like the speed of light and the wave theory of the ether. The author highlights the practical applications of these principles in optical instruments such as microscopes and telescopes, demonstrating how our understanding of light has revolutionized various fields. This book is an excellent resource for students, educators, and anyone curious about the science of light, offering a comprehensive overview and intriguing insights into this fundamental aspect of our universe. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332314584_0
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