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Treatise on Light - Couverture souple

Huygens, Christiaan

 
9781318808663: Treatise on Light
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1318808669 ISBN 13 : 9781318808663
Editeur : Hardpress Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

"Treatise on Light" by Christiaan Huygens is a comprehensive work exploring the causes and effects of light, focusing on reflection, refraction, and the propagation of light waves. Huygens delves into the nature of light, its interaction with surfaces, and the properties of waves, providing foundational insights into optics principles. The book also details experiments on light refraction in crystals, discussing irregular refraction and the cutting of crystals for observation. It further examines the formation of folded waves on concave surfaces and references key figures in optics history. A rich exploration of light behavior and optical phenomena awaits in this enlightening treatise.

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À propos de l'auteur

Christiaan Huygens (1629-1695) was a Dutch mathematician, physicist, and astronomer renowned for his contributions to optics and mechanics. Huygens is best known for his wave theory of light, advancements in timekeeping with the invention of the pendulum clock, and discoveries in celestial mechanics. His work laid the foundation for modern optics and wave theory, solidifying his legacy as a pioneering scientist.

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Éditeur
Hardpress Publishing
Date d'édition
2024
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1318808669
ISBN 13 
9781318808663
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
129
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