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41) Intensity of Electromagnetic Waves as a Function of Frequency, Source Distance and Aperture Angle
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Intensity of Electromagnetic Waves as a function of frequency is usually not treated by the scientific community.The energy transport in Electromagnetic Waves (EMW) calculated by means of the Poynting vector formula, might not yield to correct results, because it only gives an average energy on a surface. There is no reference about the volumetric energy distribution at a distance from the source, nor to the frequency of the EMW.How can the intensity...
42) Spectroscopy
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In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where stars twinkle in the night sky and galaxies swirl in the abyss, a remarkable dance of light and matter unfolds-a dance that has captivated the human imagination for centuries. This dance, illuminated by the science of spectroscopy, is what this book seeks to explore and explain.
Spectroscopy, the study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation, may sound complex and esoteric, but at its...
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"One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2012" Sönke Johnsen is associate professor of biology at Duke University.
Optics-a field of physics focusing on the study of light-is also central to many areas of biology, including vision, ecology, botany, animal behavior, neurobiology, and molecular biology. The Optics of Life introduces the fundamentals of optics to biologists and nonphysicists, giving them the tools they need to successfully...
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From the creation of life to the exploration of the heavens and the stars- from the origins of the earth to the possibility of life on other planets, Ben Bova unveils the beauty and science behind the phenomenon of light. Bova masterfully explains how light affects us every day of our lives- from our religions to our sex drives. He examines how we use light in art, science, industry, entertainment, cosmetics, jewelry, and myriad...
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At the end of this book, you should be able to describe light as a form of energy. Understand where light comes from and then read about the mechanics of how light is converted into energy. Get to know examples of devices that use light energy such as photocopy machines, televisions and cameras. Finally, read about the speed of light using lightning and thunder as examples.
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In this book, you will learn about the core design of lasers and photocopiers. You will also get a chance to study how they're used today. This book proves that the study of light and optics should not be too difficult. Grab a copy and use this as an additional learning resource for fifth grade physics.
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Learn how light interacts with matter in this physics book for fifth graders. Read about how light is reflected, refracted, or absorbed. Also, learn how colors are created as a result of these interactions. When you're learning from this book, you will also get to review previous topics on light waves and how they travel. Are you ready to learn? Then start reading today.
48) Photometry
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In the vast expanse of the universe, where the night sky reveals countless stars, planets, and galaxies, the pursuit of knowledge knows no bounds. Among the many tools at the disposal of astronomers and astrophysicists, photometry stands as a beacon of precision and insight. This book, "Photometry: Science, Sensitivity, and Its Connection to Astronomy," is your guided journey into the fascinating world of measuring and interpreting light in the cosmos.
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The Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace, 1851: James Chance, of the glass-making firm Chance Brothers, is nervously showcasing a new lens, that, unknown to him, will revolutionise lighthouse production, propel his family business into a position of world leadership, save countless lives and have far-reaching consequences for trade, empire and the map of the world.This is where "Lighthouses" begins. The true-life story that follows is of one man and his...
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Richard L. Gregory (1923–2010) was a distinguished British psychologist and emeritus professor of neuropsychology at the University of Bristol.
Since the publication of the first edition in 1966, Eye and Brain has established itself worldwide as an essential introduction to the basic phenomena of visual perception. Richard Gregory offers clear explanations of how we see brightness, movement, color, and objects, and he explores the phenomena of...
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L'exposition organisée par le musée d'Art moderne et contemporain de Strasbourg sur l'art optique et cinétique de 1950 à 1975 s'inscrit dans la suite des manifestations Aux origines de l'abstraction au musée d'Orsay, en 2003-2004, et Sons et lumières au Centre Georges-Pompidou...
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Since the 1960s, astrophysical discoveries have blossomed, due to the emergence of powerful and new observational tools. Among them, a fantastic improvement of the sharpness of astronomical images, obtained with ground based optical telescopes, has been the result of two revolutions: adaptive optics and optical interferometry.
Written for a general audience, interwoven with fascinating details about the evolution of vision and optics, this book tells...
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Fascinating, profusely illustrated study of the human visual perception system explores the psychology and physiology of vision, including such topics as light and color, motion receptors, the illusion of movement, kinetic art, how we perceive size, how our eyes move, phantoms of the visual system, and more. Over 100 illustrations.
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Extrait: "La découverte de la photographie comptera parmi les plus merveilleuses applications de la science moderne; elle est due au génie de Niepce et de Daguerre. Nous dirons les obstacles que ces ingénieux esprits ont dû vaincre pour conquérir au prix des plus rudes efforts la solution d'un problème longtemps qualifié d'utopie; nous ferons voir ainsi de quelle persévérance l'inventeur doit s'armer pour atteindre son but."
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This book is based on, an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Jenny Nelson, Professor of Physics and Head of the Climate Change mitigation team at the Grantham Institute at Imperial College London. After inspiring insights about Jenny Nelson's academic journey, the conversation examines different solar energy processes, solar energy conversion technology, novel varieties of material for use in solar cells, and the materials used...
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Embark on a thrilling journey through the eerie and mesmerizing phenomenon of luminous apparitions that have puzzled scientists and intrigued enthusiasts for centuries. This book delves into the heart of these elusive lights, exploring the boundary between the known and the unknown in our natural world.
As night falls, the sky becomes a canvas for the mysterious dance of lights that have sparked myths, legends, and scientific inquiries. From...
57) The Biography of Nikola Tesla: The Captivating Life of the Prophet of the Electronic Age. The Made I
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Nikola Tesla, a man so revolutionary and so evolved for his time that even his contemporaries failed to understand him. Unfairly judged for his groundbreaking ideas and inventions, and even robbed of his well-deserved glory, Tesla still stands above the rest. Today, he is the namesake of a global automobile brand and the inspiration behind many life changing inventions. There is so much yet to be learned about the enigma that is Nikola Tesla. "The...
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"The Raman Effect: A Guide to the Raman Effect in Physics" is an illuminating exploration of one of the most significant phenomena in the realm of physics. Authored by [Author's Name], this book delves deep into the intricacies of the Raman Effect, a groundbreaking discovery that revolutionized our understanding of molecular interactions and spectroscopy.The book begins by providing a comprehensive overview of the life and work of Sir C.V. Raman,...
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This book deals with the works of Graham Bell and other scientists on the phenomena of sound and its production.
"In bringing before you some discoveries made by Mr. Sumner Tainter and myself, which, having resulted in the construction of apparatus for the production and reproduction of sound by means of light, it is necessary to explain the state of knowledge which formed the starting-point of our experiments. I shall first describe the remarkable...
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Au printemps de 2013, trois grandes institutions parisiennes ont fait le choix de réactualiser les recherches d'un certain nombre d'artistes que l'histoire de l'art a qualifiés de « cinétistes ». Ainsi, au Palais de Tokyo, une monographie était consacrée à Julio Le Parc et...
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