08.07.2024
3D Hologram Technology
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For Prelims: About 3D Hologram Technology, How do holograms prevent counterfeiting?
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Why in the news?
Japan issued its first new banknotes in two decades, yen packed with 3D hologram technology to fight counterfeiting.
About 3D Hologram Technology:
- It is a virtual three-dimensional image created by the interference of light beams that reflect real physical objects. Holograms preserve the depth, parallax, and other properties of the original item.
- Unlike conventional 3D projections, holograms can be seen with the naked eye.
- Principle: It uses the principles of interference and diffraction of light waves to record and reconstruct 3D images of objects.
- There are two methods for creating holograms: computer-generated holograms for augmented reality glasses and actual holograms for optical displays.
- Application: It has a wide range of applications in medicine, the military, weather forecasting, virtual reality, digital art and security.
How do holograms prevent counterfeiting?
- Holograms prevent counterfeiting because of their complexity, making them difficult to replicate using traditional methods.
- Holograms’ intricate patterns and properties make them difficult to duplicate completely, which deters counterfeiters.
- Additionally, holograms are designed to be easily recognizable by trained individuals, facilitating quick identification of genuine products versus fake ones.
Source: The Hindu
Ques :- Consider the following statements regarding Hologram Technology:
Statement-I
It creates a virtual three-dimensional image by using the interference of light beams.
Statement-II
The images produced by this technology can only be seen through special 3D glasses.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.
C.Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.
D.Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct.
Answer C