optics

"In a story rich in intrigue, adventure, danger, and romance, a mixed-race teen heroine must decide which part of her heritage to claim: her privileged status, or her ability to become invisible for which her kin are being persecuted"--Provided by publisher.

Uses simple text and photographs to discuss sensing light and sound.

Explores foundational concepts in physics through interactive activities that cover light, optics, wave theory, sound, the electromagnetic spectrum, the importance of the sun, and how the eye uses light to see; and introduces major figures in the field of light and optics.

Illustrations and text introduce young readers to the concepts of light, why it is important, and how it is used.

During the golden age of science, knowledge, and invention in Muslim civilization, Ibn al-Haytham discovered how we see. His discoveries set the stage for the methods we now know as the scientific process.

Introduces students to the many forms of light energy, exploring reflections, the human eye, the motion of the planets and stars, and other related topics.

Bill Nye the Science Guy answers questions about light optics, and conducts two experiments that show how reflected light and mirrors can be used to view objects not in the direct line of sight, and how to see refracted light through water.

A biography of mathematician and scientist Ibn al-Haytham, specially known for his work on light and vision.

Describes the properties, study, and effects of light. Discusses how wavelengths from light are used with radios, microwaves, and X-rays; the spectrum of colors in light; and electromagnetic radiation. Includes color photographs, a glossary, further resources, and an activity.

Explores some of the science behind color and light, discussing how light influences color.