Spectrum (physical sciences)
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spectrum-physical-sciences-182-6886601
title:
Spectrum (physical sciences)
text:
In the physical sciences, the term spectrum was introduced first into optics by Isaac Newton in the 17th century, referring to the range of colors observed when white light was dispersed through a prism. Soon the term referred to a plot of light intensity or power as a function of frequency or wavelength, also known as a spectral density plot. Later it expanded to apply to other waves, such as sound waves and sea waves that could also be measured as a function of frequency. It has also been expa
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encyclopedia
description:
Concept relating to waves and signals
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spectrum_(physical_sciences)
date created:
2022-08-08T15:06:55Z
date modified:
2024-09-06T12:12:33Z
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