A Single Thin Slit Forms a Diffraction Pattern When Illuminated $32.0 ^ { \circ }$

question 57

Multiple Choice

A single thin slit forms a diffraction pattern when illuminated with monochromatic light. The fourth minimum of the pattern occurs at an angle of $32.0 ^ { \circ }$ away from the central maximum. At what angle does the fifth minimum occur?

• A) \(42.0 ^ { \circ }\)
• B) \(42.5 ^ { \circ }\)
• C) \(41.0 ^ { \circ }\)
• D) \(41.5 ^ { \circ }\)
• E) \(40.5 ^ { \circ }\)

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