COMEDK2012PhysicsWave Optics
Two polaroid A and B are kept with their transmission axes at an angle with respect to one another. If the transmitted intensity of light I_ t =0.75 I₀ , where I₀ is the intensity of light incident on the system, then is
Options
- A30^
- B45^
- C60^
- D90^
Correct answer
A. 30^
Step-by-step solution
For two polaroids placed at an axis making angle with each other, then according to law of malus, the intensity of transmitted light is Here, aligned &I_ t =I₀ ² &I_ t =0.75 I₀ aligned 0.75 I₀=I₀ ² ² =0.75= 3 4 = ⁻¹ 3 4 = ⁻¹ ( 3 2 ) =30^