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Wave Optics question types

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Wave Optics questions

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Two identical phase connected waves, each of intensity $I _0$, are producing interference patterns. Write the value of the resultant intensity at the places of (i) constructive interference, (ii) destructive interference
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Q 13M.C.Q (1 Marks)1 Mark
The wavelength $\lambda$, frequency $v$, velocity $v$ and intensity I of a light ray transmitted in air respectively. If this ray enters water, then the values of these quantities become $\lambda^{\prime}, \nu^{\prime}, v^{\prime}$ and $I^{\prime}$ respectively. Which of the following relations is correct?
  • A
    $\lambda=\lambda^{\prime}$
  • $v=v^{\prime}$
  • C
    $v=v$
  • D
    $I = I ^{\prime}$

Answer: B.

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Q 15M.C.Q (1 Marks)1 Mark
In case of linearly polarized light, the magnitude of the electric field vector :
  • A
    Does not change with time
  • Changes periodically with time
  • C
    Increases or decreases linearly with time
  • D
    Is parallel to the direction of propagation

Answer: B.

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Q 16M.C.Q (1 Marks)1 Mark
The wavelength of light used in an optical instrument is $\lambda_1=4000 Å$ and $\lambda_2=5000 Å$. The ratio of their corresponding resolution powers will be :
  • A
    $16: 25$
  • B
    $9: 1$
  • C
    $4: 5$
  • $5: 4$

Answer: D.

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