polarizing filters
Light wave selectors
Polarizing filters block light waves vibrating in certain directions while allowing others through.
In photography, they reduce glare and reflections, deepen blue skies, and cut through haze: A polarizing filter made the clouds pop against the sky.
Two polarizing filters rotated against each other can block nearly all light.
Polarized sunglasses work on the same principle, reducing glare from water and roads.
- glare reductionDecreasing blinding brightness
- light wavesElectromagnetic radiation we perceive
- skyVisible overhead expanse
- waterClear essential liquid
- lensesCurved transparent refractors
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