A Single Slit Forms a Diffraction Pattern with Monochromatic Light

question 43

Multiple Choice

A single slit forms a diffraction pattern with monochromatic light.The fourth minimum of the pattern occurs at an angle of 32° from the central maximum.The angle at which the fifth minimum of the pattern occurs is closest to:

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

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