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- Optics, a branch of physics, focuses on the study of the properties and behaviour of light, including its interactions with matter and the design of instruments to detect it.
- Author(s): Carl MacKenzie
- 241 Pages
- Science, Physics
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About the Book
Optics, a branch of physics, focuses on the study of the properties and behaviour of light, including its interactions with matter and the design of instruments to detect it. This field is also concerned with exploring electromagnetic waves, such as ultraviolet light, infrared light, microwaves, and radio waves. Optics is traditionally categorized into classical optics, physical optics, and modern optics. Classical optics considers light as an electromagnetic wave traveling in straight lines. Physical optics examines the wave nature of light, addressing phenomena such as superposition, dispersion, and interference. Modern optics explores advanced devices and technologies, including lasers, photomultipliers, image sensors, charge-coupled devices, and quantum electronics. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to optics. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of modern optics.Book Synopsis
Optics, a branch of physics, focuses on the study of the properties and behaviour of light, including its interactions with matter and the design of instruments to detect it. This field is also concerned with exploring electromagnetic waves, such as ultraviolet light, infrared light, microwaves, and radio waves. Optics is traditionally categorized into classical optics, physical optics, and modern optics. Classical optics considers light as an electromagnetic wave traveling in straight lines. Physical optics examines the wave nature of light, addressing phenomena such as superposition, dispersion, and interference. Modern optics explores advanced devices and technologies, including lasers, photomultipliers, image sensors, charge-coupled devices, and quantum electronics. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to optics. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of modern optics.Dimensions (Overall): 10.88 Inches (H) x 8.0 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 241
Genre: Science
Sub-Genre: Physics
Publisher: States Academic Press
Theme: Optics & Light
Format: Hardcover
Author: Carl MacKenzie
Language: English
Street Date: August 25, 2025
TCIN: 1004857711
UPC: 9798893661668
Item Number (DPCI): 247-12-0822
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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