A Parallel Beam of Monochromatic Light Is Incident on a Slit

question 60

Multiple Choice

A parallel beam of monochromatic light is incident on a slit of width 2 cm.The light passing through the slit falls on a screen 2 m away.As the slit width is decreased:

• A)the width of the pattern on the screen continuously decreases
• B)the width of the pattern on the screen at first decreases but then increases
• C)the width of the pattern on the screen increases and then decreases
• D)the width of the pattern on the screen remains the same
• E)the width of the pattern on the screen continuously increases

---

Definitions:

Research Team

A group of people conducting investigations on a particular subject or project to gain new knowledge.

Winslow, Arizona

A city in Navajo County, Arizona, known for its mention in the Eagles' song "Take It Easy."

American Avoidance

The tendency within American culture to avoid discussions or considerations of death and dying, focusing instead on youth and health.

Death And Dying

An area of study focused on the end-of-life process, including the social, emotional, and medical dimensions of dying.