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Birefringence and polarization with calcareous spar

Birefringence and polarization with calcareous spar

VP5.4.2.1

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Description

The experiment P5.4.2.1 looks at birefringence of calcite (Iceland spar). We can observe that the two component rays formed in the crystal are linearly polarized, and that the directions of polarization are perpendicular to each other.

Components of equipment sets

1	47202 8	Calcite crystal, birefringent
1	46025 8	Prism table
1	46026 8	Iris diaphragm
1	472401 4	Polarisation filter
1	46002 4	Lens in frame, f=50 mm
1	46006 8	Lens in frame, f=-100 mm
1	44153 8	Screen, translucent
1	460310 8	Optical bench, S1 profile, 1 m
2	460311 4	Clamp rider with clamp 45/65
5	460312 4	Clamp rider with clamp 45/35
1	450641 8	Halogen lamp 12 V, 50/100W
1	45063 4	Halogen bulb 12 V/100 W, G6.35
1	450661	Holder with heat protection
1	726890 8	DC power supply unit 1...32 V/0...20 A
1	50098 8	Safety adapter sockets, black, set of 6
2	500624 4	Safety experiment cable, 50 cm, black

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P5.4.2.1 Birefringence and polarization with calcareous spar

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Birefringence and polarization with calcareous spar

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