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Optical Fibers in Communication

Learn about the use of optical fibers in long-distance communication and their advantages over conventional methods. Discover how light beams are used as carrier waves and the role of optical frequencies in carrying large amounts of information.

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What is the principle behind the transmission of light waves in an optical fiber?

Total internal reflection

What is the advantage of using optical fibers over conventional coaxial cables for communication?

Considerably less signal strength loss

What type of waves are used as carrier waves in optical fiber communication?

Light waves

What happens when a ray of light travels from denser to a rarer medium at an angle greater than the critical angle?

<p>Total internal reflection occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has improved the speed of communication in optical fiber communication?

<p>Use of light waves instead of radio and microwave</p> Signup and view all the answers

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