An Introduction to the Theory of Optics
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An Introduction to the Theory of Optics is a classic physics textbook that systematically presents the fundamental principles and mathematical treatment of optical phenomena.
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book
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optics textbook ⓘ physics textbook ⓘ |
| covers |
Fraunhofer diffraction
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Fresnel diffraction NERFINISHED ⓘ Huygens' principle NERFINISHED ⓘ Snell's law NERFINISHED ⓘ birefringence ⓘ dispersion of light ⓘ interference patterns ⓘ laws of reflection ⓘ optical coherence ⓘ refractive index ⓘ superposition principle for waves ⓘ |
| describes |
diffraction of light
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image formation ⓘ interference of light ⓘ lenses ⓘ mirrors ⓘ optical instruments ⓘ polarization of light ⓘ propagation of light waves ⓘ reflection of light ⓘ refraction of light ⓘ |
| emphasizes |
derivation of optical laws
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logical structure of optical theory ⓘ quantitative problem solving in optics ⓘ |
| field |
optics
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physics ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
fundamental principles of optics
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mathematical formulation of optical laws ⓘ theoretical foundations of optics ⓘ |
| genre |
non-fiction
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scientific literature ⓘ |
| hasApproach |
mathematically rigorous
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systematic ⓘ theoretical ⓘ |
| intendedAudience |
advanced undergraduates
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graduate students in physics ⓘ physics students ⓘ university students ⓘ |
| mainSubject |
geometrical optics
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mathematical treatment of optics ⓘ optical phenomena ⓘ physical optics ⓘ wave optics ⓘ |
| usedAs |
course textbook
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reference work in optics ⓘ |
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