If unpolarized light with E_rms = 20 V/m is passed through a polarizer, what is the transmitted E_rms? A) 20 V/m B) 14 V/m C) 10 V/m D) 7.1 V/m E) 5.0 V/m

Name: If unpolarized light with E rms = 20 V/m is passed through a polarizer, what is the transmitted E rms ? A) 20 V/m B) 14 V/m C) 10 V/m D) 7.1 V/m E) 5.0 V/m
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The transmitted E_rms is reduced by a factor of √2 when unpolarized light is passed through a polarizer. Therefore, the transmitted E_rms is 20 V/m / √2 = 14 V/m.

If Unpolarized Light with Erms = 20 V/m Is Passed

If Unpolarized Light with E_rms = 20 V/m Is Passed