Principle
During the investigations an interference the students should
have understood that certain optical phenomena can only be
explained by the fact that Iight has wave properties. Now we must
investigate the nature of these Iight waves, i.e., whether they are
longitudinal or transverse.
This experiment is suitable as an introduction to polarization and
is not time-consuming. Set-up and performance do not pose any
problems.
Benefits
- Multifunctional light box - All-in-one: Can be used for geometric optics on the table, colour mixing and on an optical bench
- Extension with others sets at anytime, no additional light sources needed, recognition value for students
Tasks
Direct a beam of light through two polarization filters and investigate what happens when these are rotated at right angles to each other.