Undulatory Theory (Noun)
Meaning
(physics) the theory that light is transmitted as waves.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The undulatory theory of light, first proposed by Christiaan Huygens, explained many phenomena that could not be accounted for by the corpuscular theory.
- In the early 19th century, the undulatory theory of light gained widespread acceptance as experiments demonstrated the wave-like behavior of light.
- The undulatory theory, also known as wave theory, states that light is a disturbance that travels through a medium, such as air or water.
- The undulatory theory of light was further supported by the discovery of the speed of light and the behavior of light waves in various situations.
- The development of the undulatory theory marked a significant shift in our understanding of the nature of light and its properties.