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Special Issue: The Physics of Imaging

SEP 01, 1989
Benjamin B. Snavely

The science of imaging and its applications touch all aspects of physics. The response of materials to light and other forms of radiation yields insights into some of the most fundamental properties of matter. Imaging technology also provides a means for viewing and understanding physical processes, as well as for recording and sharing the results.

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Benjamin B. Snavely. Advanced Technology Products, Eastman Kodak Company.

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Volume 42, Number 9

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