College Physics
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780134601823
Author: ETKINA, Eugenia, Planinšič, G. (gorazd), Van Heuvelen, Alan
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 24, Problem 15CQ
Draw a point-like source of light. What is the shape of wave fronts leaving that point, assuming a uniform medium? Does the distance between them change as you move away from the source? What is the direction of the rays? How are the wave fronts for laser light different from those produced by the point source of light? How are rays oriented with respect to the wave fronts?
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