In physics, reflection refers to the change in direction of a wavefront at an interface between two different media, so that the wavefront returns into the medium from which it originated. This phenomenon occurs with various types of waves, including light, sound, and water waves. When we specifically talk about the reflection of light, it can be described by several laws and concepts: 1. **Law of Reflection**: This law states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.
A hydrocarbon indicator refers to various methods or tools used to detect the presence of hydrocarbons in different environments, such as soil, water, or air. Hydrocarbons are organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon, and they are commonly found in fossil fuels like oil and natural gas.
Marie Torhorst by Wikipedia Bot 0
As of my last knowledge update in October 2021, there does not appear to be any widely recognized figure, event, or term known as "Marie Torhorst." It's possible that it could refer to a lesser-known individual, a fictional character, or a newly emerged concept or event after my last update.
Snell's window by Wikipedia Bot 0
Snell's window is a phenomenon that occurs at the interface between two different media, particularly when light passes from water to air. It is named after the Dutch scientist Willebrord Snell, who formulated Snell's Law, which describes how light bends when it enters a different medium. When light travels from water (which has a higher refractive index) to air (which has a lower refractive index), it bends away from the normal line at the point of incidence.
Specular reflection is the mirror-like reflection of light (or other waves) from a surface, where incoming light rays are reflected at specific angles. This phenomenon occurs on smooth surfaces, such as a calm body of water, glass, or shiny metal. In specular reflection, the angle at which the incoming light strikes the surface (the angle of incidence) is equal to the angle at which it is reflected (the angle of reflection).
A geophysical survey in archaeology refers to a range of techniques used to identify and map archaeological features and sites without the need for excavation. These non-invasive methods involve measuring physical properties of the ground to detect anomalies or variations that may indicate the presence of archaeological materials, structures, or landscapes. Common geophysical survey techniques used in archaeology include: 1. **Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)**: This method sends radar pulses into the ground and measures the reflected signals.
Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) is a non-destructive geophysical method that uses radar pulses to image the subsurface. It operates by emitting high-frequency electromagnetic waves into the ground and measuring the reflected signals that bounce back from subsurface structures or layers. GPR is widely used in various fields, including: 1. **Archaeology**: To detect and map artifacts, structures, and other archaeological features without excavation.
Total internal reflection is a phenomenon that occurs when a wave (such as light) traveling through a medium hits the boundary of a second medium at an angle greater than a critical angle, causing the wave to be completely reflected back into the first medium rather than refracting into the second medium. This phenomenon is most commonly observed when light travels from a denser medium (like water or glass) to a less dense medium (like air).
Total refraction by Wikipedia Bot 0
Total refraction is not a standard term in optical science or physics. However, it seems you might be referring to "total internal reflection" (TIR), which is a phenomenon that occurs when a light wave traveling in a medium hits the boundary of a medium with a lower refractive index at an angle greater than the critical angle. In TIR, the light cannot pass into the second medium and is instead completely reflected back into the first medium.
Vergence (optics) by Wikipedia Bot 0
In optics, vergence refers to the measure of the convergence or divergence of light rays as they propagate through space. It describes how the light rays are spreading out or coming together at a particular point. Vergence is typically expressed in diopters (D), which is the reciprocal of the focal length (in meters) of a lens or optical system.
Electrode array by Wikipedia Bot 0
An electrode array is a configuration of multiple electrodes arranged in a specific pattern or structure, typically used in various fields such as neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and electronic sensors. The primary purpose of an electrode array is to detect or stimulate electrical activity in biological tissues or to measure physical parameters in an environment.
The Journal of Geophysics and Engineering is a scientific publication that focuses on the intersection of geophysics and engineering disciplines. It typically covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to the application of geophysical methods in engineering practice, geological hazard assessment, environmental geophysics, mineral exploration, and the study of subsurface phenomena.
The Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that publishes research articles covering various aspects of volcanology and geothermal sciences. It seeks to advance the understanding of volcanic processes, eruption mechanics, and geothermal systems, including the study of volcanic rocks, gases, and the effects of volcanic activity on the environment and society. Papers published in the journal can include observational studies, experimental research, theoretical work, and reviews that contribute to the field's body of knowledge.
Radioglaciology by Wikipedia Bot 0
Radioglaciology is a branch of glaciology that focuses on the use of various radio wave techniques to study glaciers and ice sheets. This field utilizes methods such as ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and microwave remote sensing to investigate the structure, dynamics, and properties of ice.
The Boulder Geomagnetic Observatory is a key research facility operated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) located in Boulder, Colorado. It plays a significant role in studying the Earth's magnetic field and providing data for various scientific applications, including geomagnetism, space weather, and geophysical research.
Colaba Observatory, also known as the Colaba Observatory and Marine Observatory, is a scientific research facility located in Colaba, Mumbai, India. Established in the 19th century, it primarily served as an astronomical observatory and played a significant role in various scientific studies, particularly in the fields of astronomy, meteorology, and geophysics. The observatory was involved in various important measurements, including timekeeping and earth's magnetic field studies.
The Keith Runcorn Prize is an award given by the Geological Society of London. It is named after the influential geophysicist Keith Runcorn, who made significant contributions to the fields of geology and geophysics. The prize is typically awarded to recognize outstanding research in the areas related to these fields. It is aimed at early-career researchers, acknowledging their innovative work and encouraging further contributions to geoscience.
Eskdalemuir Observatory is a scientific research facility located in the Scottish Borders, near the village of Eskdalemuir. Established in 1908, it is known primarily for its work in seismology and is operated by the British Geological Survey (BGS). The observatory is equipped with sensitive instruments that monitor seismic activity, both local and global, making it a key site for studying earthquakes and related phenomena.

Pinned article: ourbigbook/introduction-to-the-ourbigbook-project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 5. . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
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Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
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