Étienne-Louis Malus
French physicist known for optics
Born
July 23rd, 1775
250 years ago
Died
February 24th, 1812
213 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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A prominent French physicist and mathematician, significant contributions were made in the field of optics. Developed a method to analyze polarized light and introduced the concept of light polarization through reflection. Conducted experiments that described the behavior of light when it interacts with various surfaces. His work laid the groundwork for future studies in polarization and optical devices.
Formulated Malus' Law regarding light polarization
Contributed to the understanding of optical phenomena
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