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Section A: Long Answer Questions

Attempt any TWO questions.

3 questions·10 marks each
1long10 marks

What is diffraction grating? Derive the grating equation and explain how it is used to determine the wavelength of light.

diffraction
2long10 marks

Derive the expression for the energy stored in a charged capacitor and the energy density of an electric field.

capacitance
3long10 marks

Discuss the formation of Newton's rings. Derive expressions for the diameters of bright and dark rings and explain how the wavelength of light is determined.

interference
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Section B: Short Answer Questions

Attempt any EIGHT questions.

9 questions·5 marks each
4short5 marks

State Huygens' principle.

wave-optics
5short5 marks

Derive the relation between electric field and potential.

electrostatics
6short5 marks

Explain Ampere's circuital law.

magnetism
7short5 marks

Distinguish between single-mode and multi-mode optical fibers.

optical-fiber
8short5 marks

Define damped harmonic oscillation and write its equation.

oscillations
9short5 marks

State Gauss's law in dielectrics.

electrostatics
10short5 marks

What are the properties of laser light?

laser
11short5 marks

Explain the working of a step-index fiber.

optical-fiber
12short5 marks

Write short notes on the resolving power of a grating.

diffraction