Figure Q23.20 shows linearly polarized light striking a polarizer, with different angles between the incoming electric field

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Figure Q23.20 shows linearly polarized light striking a polarizer, with different angles between the incoming electric field Ein(vector) and the polarizer axis. Is there a force on the polarizer due to the incoming light? If so, what is the direction of the force and in which case is the magnitude of the force largest? Explain. 


Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 Em Em out out Polarizer Figure Q23.20

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