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The discussion focuses on Young's Double Slit Experiment with varying polarizations of light. When the polarization difference between the two slits is 90 degrees, the intensity graph shows no interference, resulting in a constant intensity. In contrast, a 180-degree polarization difference behaves identically to a 0-degree difference, leading to constructive interference. The equation I(θ)=Io(Sin[u]/u)^2 * Cos[v]^2 is relevant for analyzing intensity changes based on polarization angles.

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I am taking Young's Double slit expariment setup, however now I am changing the polarization. Below is the typical intensity when both slits have the same polarization, what I need to know is how the intensity graph changes when there is a difference of 90º and 180º in the polarization between the two slits.

I have been trying to find any explanation of this without luck, nor have I found what equation I need. I think I may need the equation I(θ)=Io(Sin/u)^2 * Cos[v]^2 because it has two angle dependences, but even if I do I am not sure what values go where.

Any help is greatly appreciated.


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At a difference of 90 degrees in polarization, there will be no interference.
180 degrees is the same as 0 degrees for polarization.
 

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