Brewster's Angle
In this experiment, light is partially polarized when reflected off a nonconducting surface and Brewster's angle is measured. Light from a diode laser is reflected off the flat side of an acrylic semi-circular lens. The reflected light passes through a polarizer and is detected by a light sensor. The angle of reflection is measured by a Rotary Motion Sensor mounted on the Spectrophotometer table.
Grade Level: College
Subject: Physics
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Brewster’s Angle Experiment
The complete solution for measuring the value of Brewster’s angle when light is partially polarized when reflected off a nonconducting surface. This complete solution is designed for use with PASCO Capstone Software.
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