Linear Polarization Interference: Can It Happen?

[dazaireta]

Two waves are linearly polarized. The electric field of one wave is aligned with the x-axis and the other is aligned with the y-axis. In the absence of matter that might change the polarization, can these waves interfere with each other?

 

[Ibix]

You need to show some effort - we aren't here to do your work for you. So, what do you think, and why?

 

[dazaireta]

I got it, thank you