Two Beams of Coherent Light Start Out at the Same

question 87

Multiple Choice

Two beams of coherent light start out at the same point in phase and travel different paths to arrive at point P.If the maximum constructive interference is to occur at point P,the two beams must travel paths that differ by

• A)a whole number of wavelengths.
• B)an odd number of half-wavelengths.
• C)a whole number of half-wavelengths.

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Definitions:

Nonaromatic

Refers to compounds that do not fulfill the requirements for aromaticity, lacking a cyclic, planar structure with delocalized pi electrons.

Indole

A heterocyclic compound containing a benzene ring fused to a pyrrole ring, notable for its presence in many biologically active molecules.

M-iodobenzoic Acid

An iodinated benzoic acid derivative, specifically with the iodine atom in the meta position relative to the carboxyl group, used in organic synthesis.

Compound Name

The unique name given to a chemical substance based on systematic rules set by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).