Which outcome occurs when imperfections accumulate within multilayer dielectric mirrors?

💡 Explanation

Decreased reflection happens due to *destructive interference*. As the thickness/refractive index of layers diverge from designed values then originally reinforced waves cancel out because peak shifts, therefore limiting constructive superposition rather than facilitating other optical affects.

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