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PHY 104 Diffraction and Interference of light waves Objective Question
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What is the primary function of a Polaroid filter when dealing with unpolarized light?
Options
A To increase the intensity of the light.
B To change the wavelength of the light.
C To allow light to pass through in only one orientation and block out all other orientations.
Correct Answer
D To reflect all incident light.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states, 'To change unpolarized light to polarized light, a material such as a Polaroid filter is used. Such a material will allow light to pass through in only one orientation and block out all other orientations.'

Hint

Look for the description of 'Polaroid filter' on page 7.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Diffraction and Interference of light waves
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 505 of 947
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