If the Fifth Order Minimum in the Diffraction Pattern of a Thin

question 26

Multiple Choice

If the fifth order minimum in the diffraction pattern of a thin slit is at 40° from the central maximum,what is the highest order minimum in the pattern?

• A) 6
• B) 11
• C) 8
• D) 7
• E) 9

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