Part 5
Optics
Optics explores the nature and behavior of light, including reflection, refraction, and wave phenomena.
Intro to OpticsTopics Covered
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Chapter 33
The Nature and Propagation of Light
Light as a wave and ray, speed in media, and basic optical behavior.
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Chapter 34
Image formation with mirrors and lenses.
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Chapter 35
Superposition, thin films, and interference patterns.
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Chapter 36
Diffraction effects, gratings, and resolution limits.
Start with Chapter 33: The Nature and Propagation of Light.