Entity: SPECTRUM
SPECTRUM refers to a continuum of colors formed when white light is dispersed, or a range over which a measurable property can vary.
SPECTRUM
Etymology
The term 'spectrum' originated in the 1600s to describe the band of colors formed by a beam of light passing through a prism.
Definition
SPECTRUM refers to a continuum of colors formed when white light is dispersed, or a range over which a measurable property can vary.
Historical Context
Initially used in optics to describe the rainbow of colors in visible light, the concept of spectrum has evolved to encompass a wide range of related ideas and properties.
Cultural Significance
The idea of spectrum is fundamental in various scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, and biology, where it is used to describe the distribution of energy, frequencies, or other measurable properties.
Related Concepts
SPECTRUM is closely related to concepts such as dispersion, wavelength, and frequency in the context of light and electromagnetic radiation.
See Also
A diverse range or continuum of related ideas, objects, or properties that blend together to form a whole.