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An EM wave of intensity ‘I’ falls on a surface kept in vacuum. What is the radiation pressure if wave is totally reflected?

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To find the radiation pressure when an electromagnetic (EM) wave of intensity ‘I’ falls on a surface that is totally reflected, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Radiation Pressure**: Radiation pressure is the pressure exerted by electromagnetic radiation on a surface. It depends on the intensity of the wave and how much of that wave is reflected, absorbed, or transmitted by the surface. 2. **Intensity of the EM Wave**: ...
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