The working of an optical fiber is based primarily on the phenomenon of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The working of an optical fiber is based primarily on the phenomenon of:
A. Diffraction of light
B. Dispersion of light
C. Polarization of light
D. Total internal reflection
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Optical fibers consist of a central core surrounded by a cladding with a slightly lower refractive index. When a light beam enters the core at an angle greater than the critical angle, it undergoes multiple successive total internal reflections against the core-cladding boundary. This allows the light to travel over vast distances with virtually no loss of energy, making it ideal for telecommunications.

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