6.5 - Photonic Crystals
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Practice Questions
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What is a photonic band gap?
💡 Hint: Think about how light behaves differently in these materials.
What is the refractive index?
💡 Hint: Recall the concept of light bending.
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What do photonic crystals create that prevents certain wavelengths from propagating?
💡 Hint: Consider what role light waves play in a crystal.
True or False: Photonic crystals can only be used in optical filters.
💡 Hint: Think of the diverse areas of technology where light is crucial.
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Design a hypothetical photonic crystal that utilizes both 1D and 2D structures to demonstrate enhanced light manipulation for a specific application.
💡 Hint: Think of combining the benefits of both structures in your design.
Evaluate how the invention of photonic crystals might transform the field of telecommunications and suggest potential innovations.
💡 Hint: Consider the efficiency and speed in communications.
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