Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What happens to the transmitted intensity of light when passing through two polarids as the angle between them varies from 0° to 90°?
A
The transmitted intensity decreases from maximum to zero.
B
The transmitted intensity remains constant at maximum.
C
The transmitted intensity increases to double the maximum.
D
The transmitted intensity fluctuates randomly.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to Malus' law, the transmitted fraction of light through two polaroids decreases from maximum to zero as the angle between their pass-axes changes from 0° to 90°.
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