Optics is the branch of physics that deals with the study of light and its behavior. It encompasses the study of the generation, propagation, and interaction of light with various materials and devices. Optics explores the properties of light, such as its reflection, refraction, dispersion, diffraction, polarization, and the formation of images by lenses and mirrors.
There are two main branches of optics:
Optics has extensive applications in various fields such as microscopy, astronomy, telecommunications, photography, laser technology, fiber optics, and the development of optical instruments like microscopes, telescopes, cameras, and lasers. It plays a crucial role in both scientific research and practical technological advancements.