Question

Fiber optics cable used in communication, works on the principle of ________.
1. Reflection of Light
2. Diffraction of Light
3. Refraction of Light
4. Total Internal Reflection of Light

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Total Internal Reflection of Light

The correct answer is Total Internal Reflection of Light.

• Total Internal Reflection of Light
  • When a light ray, traveling from a denser medium towards a rarer medium is incident at the interface at an angle of incidence greater than the critical angle, then the rays are reflected back into the denser medium.
  • Practical Applications of Total Internal Reflection
  1. The working of optical fiber is based on total internal reflection.
  2. Mirage is formed due to total internal reflection.
  3. The brilliance of diamonds is mainly due to the total internal reflection of light inside them.

• Reflection of Light
  • The phenomenon of rebounding back of light rays in the same medium on striking a smooth surface is called reflection of light.
  • Silver metal is one of the best reflectors of light.
• Diffraction of Light
  • The phenomenon of bending of light around the corners and the spreading of light within the geometrical shadow of the opaque obstacles is called diffraction of light.
• Refraction of Light
  • Change in the path of a light ray as it passes from one medium to another is called refraction.