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Electromagnetic waves and interference

Introduction to electromagnetic waves

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Light: Electromagnetic waves, the electromagnetic spectrum and photons

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Electromagnetic waves and the electromagnetic spectrum

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Polarization of light, linear and circular

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Interference of electromagnetic waves

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Constructive and Destructive interference

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Young's double slit introduction

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Young's double slit equation

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Young's double slit problem solving

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Diffraction grating

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Single slit interference

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More on single slit interference

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Thin Film Interference part 1

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Thin Film Interference part 2

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About this unit

Light can seem mysterious. What is light made out of? What causes color? How do 3D movies work? Learn about some of the mysterious properties of light in these tutorials.