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Which vector is used to define the plane of polarization in the original convention?

  • Magnetic vector (correct)
  • Both electric and magnetic vectors
  • Direction of propagation
  • Electric vector

    • Which vector is used to define the plane of polarization in the modern convention?

  • Direction of propagation
  • Both electric and magnetic vectors
  • Electric vector (correct)
  • Magnetic vector

    • What happens to the plane of polarization for circularly-polarized light?

  • It coincides with the direction of propagation
  • It remains fixed in space
  • It is undefined
  • It undergoes axial rotation (correct)

    • What is the term 'plane of polarization' likely to mean in modern literature?

    <p>The plane containing the direction of propagation and the electric vector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be specified when considering waves in a birefringent crystal under the old definition of the plane of polarization?

    <p>Both the direction of propagation and the electric vector</p> Signup and view all the answers

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