Question: A polarizer and an analyzer are oriented so that the maximum amount of light is transmitted. To what fraction of its maximum value is the

A polarizer and an analyzer are oriented so that the maximum amount of light is transmitted. To what fraction of its maximum value is the intensity of the transmitted light reduced when the analyzer is rotated through
(a) 22.5o
(b) 45.0o;
(c) 67.5o?

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