WAEC Physics 2020 Theory — Question 7
Question 7 of 12 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2020 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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7. State three properties of lasers that make them preferable to ordinary light beam.
Model answer
Properties of laser beams that make them preferable to ordinary light beams (any three): i. It is monochromatic i.e. having only one colour. ii. It gives more intense light/power. iii. It has a very narrow optical bandwidth. iv. It can be emitted continuously. v. It travels a very long distance without losing its intensity.
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