Invisible Colors
Eleanor Hawking
Naturwissenschaften, Medizin, Informatik, Technik / Naturwissenschaften allgemein
Beschreibung
"Invisible Colors" explores the hidden world beyond human sight by examining the electromagnetic spectrum and its invisible components. It unveils how infrared radiation, ultraviolet light, and X-rays shape our understanding of science and technology.
The book highlights two intriguing facts: infrared technology enables thermal imaging, crucial for environmental monitoring and security, while ultraviolet light, though harmful in excess, plays a vital role in sterilization and vitamin D production.
The book uniquely emphasizes the practical applications and societal impacts of these invisible forms of light. It progresses through chapters dedicated to infrared radiation, ultraviolet light, and X-rays, detailing their discovery, properties, and applications, supported by scientific data and case studies.
This approach helps readers appreciate how a deeper understanding of physics, wave mechanics, and spectroscopic analyses enriches our scientific worldview and transforms fields like medical imaging and materials science.
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