Q142 / 180 · COMEDK 2017 · Physics

The wave theory of light, in its original form, was first postulated by

A
Isaac Newton
Correct answer
B
Christian Huygens
C
Thomas Young
D
Augustin Jean Fresnel

Solution

Christian Huygens believed that the light was made up of waves vibrating up and down perpendicular to the direction of propagation of wave. This is known as Huygens principle.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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