When the Adjustable Mirror on the Michelson Interferometer Is Moved

question 40

Multiple Choice

When the adjustable mirror on the Michelson interferometer is moved 20 wavelengths, how many fringe pattern shifts would be counted?

• A) 5
• B) 10
• C) 20
• D) 40
• E) 80

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