Magneto-optic effects

Magneto-optic effects refer to the changes in the behavior of light when it interacts with magnetic fields in certain materials. Essentially, when light passes through or reflects off a material that has a magnetic field, its polarization (the direction in which the light waves vibrate) can change. This effect can lead to phenomena like the Faraday effect, where light is rotated depending on the strength of the magnetic field. Magneto-optic effects are important in technologies like magnetic sensors and optical data storage, contributing to advancements in telecommunications and computer data management.