Light (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Richard C. Maclaurin

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332295355 ISBN 13 : 9781332295357

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

How light works, explained through a clear, evidence‑driven view of optics
This edition brings together the ideas that connect reflection, refraction, interference, and the wave theory of light into a coherent picture. It emphasizes how experimental results shape theory and why modern explanations fit the facts as well as they do, without getting lost in abstract debate.

Two sections frame the scope and value: first, the practical laws of reflection and refraction that every student encounters; second, the deeper theory that explains these laws and their limits. The text shows how a wave view of light helps relate measurements of amplitude, phase, and intensity to real observations, and it discusses the evolution of ideas from classical to modern physics.

• How light moves at boundaries between media and why the speed changes


• What amplitude and phase mean for brightness and interference


• The role of the ether idea and how abstractions shape scientific models


• How experiments test theories and distinguish among competing views

Ideal for readers who want a solid, accessible account of light and the scientific method behind optical laws, without assuming advanced background knowledge. It’s a good fit for curious minds and students seeking a clear map of how optics connects to broader science.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332295355
• ISBN 13: 9781332295357
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 270
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