Question

Distinguish between the polarized and unpolarized light.

Explain, how can polarized light be experimentally detected ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

• The main difference between polarized and unpolarized light is that polarized light has electric fields oscillating in one direction, whereas unpolarized light has electric fields oscillating in all directions.

• detection of circularly polarised light: the beam of light is allowed to fall on a Nicol prism. when rotation of Nicol prism, the intensity of emitted light remains same, then light is either circularly polarised or unpolarised. ... Thus on rotating the Nicol, the light can be extinguished at two plates.

Answer 2

Answer:

The main difference between polarized and unpolarized light is that polarized light has electric fields oscillating in one direction, whereas unpolarized light has electric fields oscillating in all directions.