The Nature Of Light: With A General Account Of Physical Optics

By Eugene Lommel

Book Overview

The Nature of Light: With a General Account of Physical Optics is a book written by Eugene Lommel that explores the nature and properties of light. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical principles that govern the behavior of light, including its wave-like and particle-like nature, its interaction with matter, and its propagation through different media. The book is divided into several chapters that cover topics such as the electromagnetic spectrum, the nature of light waves, the principles of geometric optics, the properties of lenses and mirrors, and the behavior of light in different materials. The author also discusses the applications of physical optics in various fields, such as astronomy, microscopy, and telecommunications.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with a basic understanding of physics. It includes numerous illustrations, diagrams, and examples to help readers understand the concepts presented. The Nature of Light is an essential resource for students and professionals in physics, optics, and related fields, as well as anyone interested in understanding the fundamental properties of light.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142860636X
• ISBN13: 9781428606364
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"