PHYS 131 - Light And Color

Institution:

Towson University

Subject:

Physics-PHYS

Description:

Some aspects of light and color and of vision will be examined on a factual and descriptive basis. Predominantly qualitative explorations will be made of the origin of light, of its wave and particular behavior, of the polarization of light, of lasers and holography, of the origin and physical basis of color and of the physics of vision. This course in liberal arts physics is offered for curious inquirers who have had minimal contact with physics. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours Gen Ed II.A. Lab/Class fee will be assessed.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.towson.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 704-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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