Michelson and His Interferometer.

Shankland, Robert S.

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Publication Date: 1974

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Michelson and His Interferometer

Shankland, Robert S.

Physics Today, 27, 4, 36-43, Apr 74

Presents a brief historical account of Michelson's invention of his interferometer with some subsequent ingenious applications of its capabilities for precise measurement discussed in details, including the experiment on detrmination of the diameters for heavenly bodies. (CC)

Descriptors: Light, Measurement Instruments, Physics, Research Utilization, Science Education, Science Equipment, Science Experiments, Science History, Science Materials

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