The physics of Light

Ended

Documentary·2015·1 Seasons

While the terms "quantum physics" and "Theory of Relativity" are used casually every day, not many people know what they really mean. Yet these theories have had a profound impact not only on science and technology, but also on our world view. This intriguing 6-part documentary series explores the concepts of physics from familiar theories, such as Newton's Law of Gravity, to the latest in scientific research, like string theory and M-theory. By connecting all of this research with the medium of light, we can gain a deeper understanding not only of our immediate reality, but of the unseen realities that are hidden beyond our perception. Starting with Einstein's Theory of Relativity, Physics of Light explores the true nature of light, peers inside the atom, and looks ahead to the most cutting edge theories in physics.

Episodes

Season 1
Light and Time - The Special Theory of Relativity

S01 | E01

Light and Time - The Special Theory of Relativity

2015-01-01

Light and Space - The Theory of General Relativity

S01 | E02

Light and Space - The Theory of General Relativity

2015-01-01

In Pursuit of Light

S01 | E03

In Pursuit of Light

2015-01-01

Light and Atoms

S01 | E04

Light and Atoms

2015-01-01

Light and Quantum Physics

S01 | E05

Light and Quantum Physics

2015-01-01

Light and Strings

S01 | E06

Light and Strings

2015-01-01

Details

First Aired
2015-01-01
Last Aired
2015-01-01
Status
Ended
Network
PBS
Production
Creator
Yeon-kyu Lee

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