Use the formulae for the lorentz transformation of z and t we derived in class to prove by explicit calculation that (tc)2-2 does not change under lorentz transformation. (10 pts)

Unpolarized light whose intensity is 1.19 w/ is incident on a polarizer. (a) what is the intensity of the light leaving the polarizer? (b) if the analyzer is set at an angle of = 41.0∘ with respect to the polarizer, what is the intensity of the light that reaches the photocell?

Which statement is true if the refractive index of medium a is greater than that of medium b? a. total internal reflection is possible when light travels from air to medium b to medium a. b. total internal reflection is possible when light travels from medium a to medium b. c. total internal reflection is possible when light travels from medium b to medium a. d. total internal reflection is possible when light travels from air to medium a. e. total internal reflection is possible when light travels from air to medium b.

Why does karst topography exist in some geographic location? a. few climates have enough oxygen b. most regions have rock layers other than limestone c. in most regions, the soil is too thin d. the water is too acidic enough in most places