“Do not the Rays of Light which fall upon Bodies, and are reflected or refracted, begin to bend before they arrive at the Bodies; and are they not reflected, refracted, and inflected, by one and the same Principle, acting variously in various Circumstances?”
Quote by Isaac Newton
Work
Opticks: A Treatise of the Reflections, Refractions, Inflections, and Colours of Light
Isaac Newton's seminal work in the field of optics, 'Opticks' delves into the fundamental principles of light and its behavior. The book presents Newton's theories on the nature of light, including his famous experiments with prisms and the discovery of the color spectrum. It is considered a cornerstone in the development of modern optics and has influenced countless scientific advancements. more
Author
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was an English physicist, mathematician, and astronomer, considered one of the greatest scientists in history. He made significant contributions to physics, mathematics, and astronomy, particularly with his three laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. Newton's work had a profound impact on the development of modern science and engineering. more
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