6H10.20 Microwave Polarization

Show how polarization of the microwaves causes the intensity to vary as the transmitter is rotated. Rotate transmitter. Observe change in intensity meter reading. Rotating transmitter 90 degrees causes intensity to go to zero.

Setup Requirements:Assembled as needed as shown in photograph. Advance notice recommended. Batteries may need replacing.

Equations: None

Safety Issues: Pacemakers and other medical devices may be affected by 10.525 GHz microwaves. Check with a doctor before operating if you have pacemaker or other electronic medical devices.