For each of the three sheets of polarizing material shown in the drawing, the orientation of the transmission axis is labeled relative to the vertical. The incident beam of light is unpolarized and has an intensity of 1350 W/m2. What is the intensity of the beam transmitted through the three sheets when 01= 19.9°, 02= 50.8°, and A3 = 98.2°? Transmitted Vertical beam Incident beam

For each of the three sheets of polarizing material shown in the drawing, the orientation of the transmission axis is labeled relative to the vertical. The incident beam of light is unpolarized and has an intensity of 1350 W/m2. What is the intensity of the beam transmitted through the three sheets when 01= 19.9°, 02= 50.8°, and A3 = 98.2°? Transmitted Vertical beam Incident beam

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