Calcite crystals used in Nicol's prism are formed of

Calcite crystals used in Nicol's prism are formed of
  1. $\mathrm{CaC}_{2}$
  2. $\mathrm{CaCO}_{3}$
  3. $\mathrm{CaCl}_{2}$
  4. $\mathrm{Ca} 0$

Solution

Correct answer is $\mathrm{CaCO}_{3}$ Nicol prism is a type of polarizer used to produce plane-polarized light. Calcite, or Iceland Spar, is a form of calcium carbonate is used for making Nicol's prism.

Asked in: MHT CET 2020 (12 Oct Shift 1)

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