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Introduction to Modern Optics (Dover Books on Physics),New
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This incisive text provides a basic undergraduatelevel course in modern optics for students in physics, technology and engineering. The first half of the book deals with classical physical optics; the second principally with the quantum nature of light. Chapters 1 and 2 treat the propagation of light waves, including the concepts of phase and group velocities, and the vectorial nature of light. Chapter 3 applies the concepts of partial coherence and coherence length to the study of interference, and Chapter 4 takes up multiplebeam interference and includes FabryPerot interferometry and multilayerfilm theory. Diffraction and holography are the subjects of Chapter 5, and the propagation of light in material media (including crystal and nonlinear optics) are central to Chapter 6. Chapters 7 and 8 introduce the quantum theory of light and elementary optical spectra, and Chapter 9 explores the theory of light amplification and lasers. Chapter 10 briefly outlines ray optics in order to introduce students to the matrix method for treating optical systems and to apply the ray matrix to the study of laser resonators.Many applications of the laser to the study of optics are integrated throughout the text. The author assumes students have had an intermediate course in electricity and magnetism and some advanced mathematics beyond calculus. For classroom use, a list of problems is included at the end of each chapter, with selected answers at the end of the book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Introduction to Modern Optics'? A: The book covers classical physical optics, the quantum nature of light, propagation of light waves, interference, diffraction, holography, and the quantum theory of light, among other topics.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: This book is aimed at undergraduate students in physics, technology, and engineering who have prior knowledge in electricity and magnetism and some advanced mathematics.
- Q: What is the length of 'Introduction to Modern Optics'? A: The book consists of 336 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for self-study? A: Yes, the book includes problems at the end of each chapter, making it suitable for self-study or as a supplemental resource.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Introduction to Modern Optics'? A: The book is authored by Grant R. Fowles.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'Introduction to Modern Optics' was published on June 1, 1989.
- Q: What prior knowledge is recommended before reading this book? A: It is recommended that readers have an intermediate understanding of electricity and magnetism, as well as advanced mathematics beyond calculus.
- Q: Are there solutions provided for the problems in the book? A: Yes, selected answers to the problems are provided at the end of the book.
- Q: Does the book discuss applications of lasers in optics? A: Yes, many applications of lasers are integrated throughout the text to illustrate concepts in optics.