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On the History and Philosophy of Light | Prof. Richard F. Hassing
The Thomistic Institute
The Evolution of Light: From Aristotle to Einstein
This chapter explores the philosophical and scientific evolution of the concept of light, beginning with Aristotelian ideas and advancing through the theories of Descartes, Huygens, and Newton. It highlights key developments, including the transition to the wave theory led by Maxwell and the pivotal changes introduced by Einstein's relativity. The narrative underscores the implications of these theories on our understanding of light's nature, velocity, and its fundamental role in the laws of physics.
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