A Single Thin Slit Forms a Diffraction Pattern When Illuminated

question 43

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° away from the central maximum.At what angle does the fifth minimum occur?

• A)41.5°
• B)41.0°
• C)40.5°
• D)42.0°
• E)42.5°

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