M: Wave Optics

This section contains demonstrations of a variety of one- and two-dimensional linear diffraction and interference effects.

These demonstrations extend the study of diffraction from circular and arbitrary shapes.

In this section you will find examples of interferometers and interferometry.

This section presents examples of the optical properties of thin films, including antireflective and dichroic materials

Here you will find a handful of exotic and amusing diffraction effects of aesthetic or historical interest.

This section holds a selection of holograms of several varieties for viewing.

These demonstrations provide an introduction to polarization of light, both by transmission and reflection.

Here you will find demonstrations of some applications of polarized light and of optically active materials.

In this section you will find demonstrations that present examples of elliptical polarization, including circular polarization, and some applications.