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Is there a generalized Fresnel equation for the reflection of light with arbitrary polarization (between p and s)?
Fresnel equations are mathematical formulas that describe the reflection and transmission of light at the interface between two media with different refractive indices.
Fresnel equations were derived by French physicist Augustin-Jean Fresnel in the early 19th century using the principles of classical optics and the electromagnetic theory of light.
Fresnel equations are important in understanding how light behaves at boundaries between different materials, and they are used in a wide range of applications, including optics, electronics, and materials science.
Yes, Fresnel equations can be used for any type of light, including visible light, infrared radiation, and ultraviolet light.
No, Fresnel equations are only applicable to materials with a well-defined refractive index, such as transparent solids and liquids. They are not applicable to materials with highly irregular surfaces or materials with variable refractive indices, such as gases.