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Optical fibre works on the

A. principle of refraction

B. total internal reflection

C. scattering

D. interference

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The optical fibre is a device which works on the principle of total internal reflection by which light signals can be transmitted from one place to another with a negligible loss of energy. Characteristics of Optical Fibre: It has a large bandwidth.

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  1. NILESH KAKDE
    NILESH KAKDE :
    7 years ago

    When reflection angle greater than critical angle i.e. 90 degree then totle internal reflection get occurred

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