Excerpt from Prismatic and Diffraction Spectra
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early development of spectroscopy, a field that revolutionized our understanding of light and matter. The author, a pioneer in the field, meticulously describes his groundbreaking experiments, which led to the discovery of the dark lines in the solar spectrum ââ â now known as Fraunhofer lines. These lines, invisible to the naked eye, revealed the unique spectral "fingerprint" of sunlight, paving the way for later advancements in astronomy and physics. The book delves into the author's innovative techniques, including the use of prisms and gratings to analyze light, and his systematic measurements of the refractive and dispersive properties of different materials. He meticulously documents his findings, offering valuable insights into the behavior of light under various conditions. The author's observations extend beyond the sun, encompassing the spectra of stars and even the intriguing spectral characteristics of electric light. His meticulous research and clear explanations offer a window into the nascent field of spectroscopy, capturing the excitement and wonder of a scientific revolution in progress. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332321919_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332321919
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332321919
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)