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This web site sponsored by the Optical Society of America is a collection of resources on the topic of optics. It was developed to provide the science community and general public with educational resources and services to advance the science of light. Users will find simulations, activities, and reference material organized by specific topic -- including color, light reflection/refraction, polarization, light scattering, human vision, lenses, optical illusions, and more. There are sections dedicated to teachers and aspiring scientists. Resources range in scope from simple to complex.
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<a href="https://www.compadre.org/informal/items/detail.cfm?ID=9167">Optica. Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics?. Washgington: Optica, February 2, 2008.</a>
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Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics? (Optica, Washgington, 2002), <https://www.optics4kids.org/what-is-optics>.
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Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics?. (2008, February 2). Retrieved November 14, 2025, from Optica: https://www.optics4kids.org/what-is-optics
Chicago Format
Optica. Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics?. Washgington: Optica, February 2, 2008. https://www.optics4kids.org/what-is-optics (accessed 14 November 2025).
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Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics?. Washgington: Optica, 2002. 2 Feb. 2008. 14 Nov. 2025 <https://www.optics4kids.org/what-is-optics>.
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Title = {Exploring the Science of Light: What is Optics?},
Publisher = {Optica},
Volume = {2025},
Number = {14 November 2025},
Month = {February 2, 2008},
Year = {2002}
}
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