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What is the difference between coherent light and polarized light?
victorqedu said:If I understand this correctly coherent light means that the waves are syncronized(in phase) and they have exactly the same wave length.
Polarized light means the waves have only one direction - the direction of the polarization.
In polarized light the waves do not have the same length and the waves are not in phase.
Coherent light is polarized, but polarized light is not coherent.
Coherent light refers to light waves that are in phase with each other and have a consistent wavelength and direction. Polarized light, on the other hand, refers to light waves that are filtered so that they vibrate in a single direction.
Coherent light is created when all the light waves have the same frequency and are in phase with each other. This can be achieved through a process called laser amplification, where light is amplified and directed to travel in the same direction and with the same phase.
The role of polarization in light is to filter out light waves that are not vibrating in a specific direction. This results in a more focused and consistent beam of light, which is useful in applications such as 3D glasses, LCD screens, and photography filters.
Polarized light can affect the color of objects by reducing glare and reflections. This allows us to see the true color of objects without the interference of reflected light. It also enhances the saturation and contrast of colors, making them appear more vibrant and defined.
Coherent light is used in various technological devices such as lasers, fiber optics, and holograms. Polarized light is used in sunglasses, 3D glasses, and LCD screens. It is also used in photography to reduce glare and reflections, and in microscopy to enhance contrast and detail in images.