Philosophy 167: Class 11 - Part 11 - Correcting Chromatic Aberration: Newton and the Refraction Indices of Different Colors.

Smith, George E. (George Edwin), 1938-

2014-11-18

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  • Synopsis: In 1672, Newton published an explanation of chromatic aberration, and a new telescope design (the first reflecting telescope) which does not have chromatic aberration.

    Opening line: "It's in 1672, while Roche is down in Cayenne, that Newton publishes his first paper."

    Duration: 4:38 minutes.

    Segment: Class 11, Part 11.
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