Polarimeter

Polarimeter: Precision in Optical Rotation Measurement

A polarimeter is a scientific instrument used to measure the degree of polarization of light. It plays a crucial role in chemistry, physics, and other scientific fields that involve the study of polarized light. When linearly polarized light passes through an optically active substance, the polarimeter accurately measures the angle of rotation caused by the substance. This rotation occurs due to the presence of chiral molecules within the sample. The polarimeter’s operation principle relies on the interaction between light and these optically active compounds.