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Electric Circuits – A brief overview of history, definition and applications
Brief history of Electric Circuits Early Concepts Ancient Wonders: While the concept of electric circuits as we know them didn’t emerge until more recent times, early civilizations like the ancient Greeks had inklings of electrical phenomena. They observed static electricity through materials like amber, a substance that, when…
Electric Power – Brief of History, Definition and Application
Brief history of Electric Power 18th Century – Static Electricity Sparks Interest The story of electric power begins with the exploration of static electricity. In the 18th century, scientists like Benjamin Franklin were experimenting with static charges, laying the foundation for understanding the nature of electrical phenomena. Early 19th Century…
Electric Potential – An Overview of History, Definition and Applications.
Brief history of Electric Potential Ancient Static Electricity The concept of electric potential began with the ancient Greeks, around 600 BCE. They observed static electricity phenomena, like the attractive properties of amber after rubbing it against fur. This laid the groundwork for later understandings. Gilbert and Magnetic Potential…
Electric Current: A Captivating Phenomenon of Electric Powers
Brief history of Electric Current Ancient Discoveries (Pre-17th Century) While not yet understanding electricity as we do today, ancient civilizations like the Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans were aware of certain static electrical phenomena, such as static charge from amber. However, practical applications were still centuries away. 17th Century – First…
Top 10 Startups and Business Ideas for Optical Physicist and Optical Engineers
1. Advanced Imaging Technology Welcome to the forefront of technological marvels with the innovative world of “Advanced Imaging Technology.” This dynamic business startup is a beacon of light in the realm of optical physics and engineering, contributing significantly to the evolution of human knowledge and well-being. Advanced Imaging Technology encompasses…
Top 10 Carrier Opportunities (Jobs) for Optical Physicist or Optical Engineers
As you know we generally discuss the topics and its daily life application in our blogs. But today we are adding a new segment in our blog series called ‘scope, carrier and opportunities’. In this segment we will try to introduce you to some wide scopes and available opportunities of…
Refraction: A magical process of light rays
History of Refraction Our story begins in ancient Greece around 300 BCE, where the philosopher Euclid documented the basic principles of optics, including the behavior of light when it transitions between different mediums. This laid the groundwork for our understanding of refraction. Fast forward to the Islamic Golden Age in…
Reflection: A Fundamental Process of Light Lays
History of Reflection Our story begins in ancient times when humans first noticed their reflections in still water. Picture the awe as they gazed into ponds and streams, marveling at this mysterious phenomenon. Fast forward to ancient Egypt around 3000 BCE, where polished metal surfaces provided a glimpse of one’s…
Mirror and Lens: Discovery and contribution to the human evolution
History of Mirror Today, let’s embark on a journey through time to explore the captivating history and discovery of mirrors. This is going to be a fascinating ride through the ages. Our mirror odyssey begins in ancient times. Picture yourself in ancient Egypt around 3000 BCE. People back then were…
Light: Definition and scientific prospective
Definition of Light Light is a form of electromagnetic radiation that our eyes can detect. It’s made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons have both wave-like and particle-like properties, a duality that’s one of the intriguing aspects of light. Now, light moves incredibly fast, about 186,282 miles per…
Current Project Announcement
As you know, we’ve already explored the fascinating world of fundamental chemistry and the foundational principles of physics. Maintaining an approach that is both informative and engaging. Today, I’m pleased to provide some updates on our exploration of the exciting world of science. Our journey thus far has taken us…
Modern Periodic Table
The modern periodic law The modern periodic law states that the properties of elements are periodic functions of their atomic numbers. This law builds upon the earlier observations made by Dmitri Mendeleev and Julius Lothar Meyer, who organized elements based on their atomic masses. The modern periodic law is an…
Early Attempts at the Classification of Elements
Introduction Before the development of the modern periodic table, several early attempts were made to classify and organize elements based on their properties. These early classification systems were significant steps toward understanding the relationships between elements. Here are some notable early attempts at the classification of elements: Döbereiner’s Triads Döbereiner’s…
Ethanol and Ethanoic Acid
Ethanol Ethanol is a chemical compound with formula C2H5OH. It is a colorless, volatile, and flammable liquid that is commonly known as alcohol. Ethanol is the primary alcohol found in alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits. It is produced through the fermentation of sugars by yeast…
Organic Compounds
Organic compounds and their differences form inorganic compounds Organic compounds are compounds that contain carbon atoms bonded with other elements such as hydrogen (H), oxygen (O), nitrogen (N), sulfur (S), and halogens (such as chlorine and bromine). They form the basis of organic chemistry, which is the study…