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  • Luminiferous Aether

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    Introduction The concept of the luminiferous aether (also known as “ether”) was central to the theoretical framework of physics before the advent of Einstein’s theory of relativity. Essentially, it was considered the medium through which light waves propagate, much like sound waves require a medium such as air to travel. The Nature of Light: A…

  • Chapter 4: The Michelson Interferometer

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    4.1 Introduction to the Michelson Interferometer The Michelson Interferometer is an optical instrument that utilizes interference to measure distances and wavelengths with high precision. It was invented by Albert A. Michelson in the late 19th century and has been used in various scientific experiments, including the famous Michelson-Morley experiment, which tested the existence of the…