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ERIC Number: EJ625445
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0926-7220
Newton and Colour: The Complex Interplay of Theory and Experiment.
Martins, Roberto De Andrade; Silva, Cibelle Celestino
Science and Education, v10 n3 p287-305 May 2001
Elucidates some aspects of Newton's theory of light and colors, specifically as presented in his first optical paper in 1672. Analyzes Newton's main experiments intended to show that light is a mixture of rays with different refrangibilities. (SAH)
Descriptors: Color, Higher Education, Light, Science History, Science Instruction
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Newton (Isaac)