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> In theory, a fiberoptic cable is a waveguide for light

In practice too. Your statement makes it sound like its an exotic property.



The difference with optics is that they are solid, unlike sound/RF waveguides which are hollow. A fiberoptic cable just doesn't seem very pipe-like and isn't normally called a waveguide.


seems like a flaky distinction




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