Physics

Physics

Problem

A thin oil film (n = 1.45) floats on water (n = 1.33) and is viewed from above in air under normal illumination with wavelength 600 nm in air. Only the reflection from the top surface of the oil film experiences a 180° phase shift. What is the least film thickness that results in no reflected light at this wavelength? a) 300 nm300\,\text{nm} b) 415 nm415\,\text{nm} c) 210 nm210\,\text{nm} d) 100 nm100\,\text{nm}

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