The Synthesis of "light waves"

Explore the full range of light, from radio waves to gamma rays. Learn how the electromagnetic spectrum shapes our technology and view of the cosmos.

Discover what wavelength is and how this fundamental property of waves shapes everything from the colors we see to the technology we use daily.

Discover electromagnetic radiation, the energy waves that include everything from radio waves to gamma rays, and how they shape our universe and technology.

Discover diffraction, the phenomenon where waves bend around obstacles. Learn how it affects everything from light to astronomical observations.

Explore the science of waves, from the sound we hear to the light we see, and discover why these energy carriers are crucial to our daily lives.

An introduction to light as a fundamental element of our universe, exploring its dual nature and its growing importance in modern technology.

Discover refraction, the phenomenon of light bending as it passes through different materials, and how it enables everything from sight to rainbows.

Discover the science behind reflection, the principle that allows us to see the world, from mirrors to advanced optical technologies.

An introduction to transverse waves, where oscillations are perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer, and their role in our everyday lives.

Discover the science of amplitude, the measure of a wave's energy. Learn how this fundamental concept of physics impacts everything from sound to light.