Consider the following statements in case of Young’s double slit experiment. (1) A slit S…
Physics · Class 12 · CBSE — Wave Optics
Consider the following statements in case of Young’s double slit experiment.
(1) A slit S is necessary if we use an ordinary extended source of light.
(2) A slit S is not needed if we use an ordinary but well collimated beam of light.
(3) A slit S is not needed if we use a spatially coherent source of light.
Which of the above statements are correct?
- (1), (2) and (3)
- (1) and (2) only
- (2) and (3) only
- (1) and (3) only
Answer
(D) (1) and (3) only
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