Which phenomenon is responsible for the transmission of light through an optical fibre?

Options

  • A. Reflection only
  • B. Refraction only
  • C. Total internal reflection
  • D. Diffraction
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. Total internal reflection

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Total internal reflection.

Optical fibres guide light through their cores using total internal reflection at the boundary between the core and cladding.