A Single Slit,1400 Nm Wide,forms a Diffraction Pattern When Illuminated

question 20

Multiple Choice

A single slit,1400 nm wide,forms a diffraction pattern when illuminated by monochromatic light of 490 nm wavelength.The largest angle from the central maximum at which the intensity is zero is closest to:

• A)44°
• B)41°
• C)38°
• D)35°
• E)32°

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