A diffraction pattern is obtained using a beam of red light. What happens if the red…
Physics · Class 12 · CBSE — Wave Optics
A diffraction pattern is obtained using a beam of red light. What happens if the red light is replaced by blue light?
- No change.
- Diffraction bands become narrower and crowded together.
- Band become broader and farther apart.
- Bands disappear altogether.
Answer
(B) Diffraction bands become narrower and crowded together.
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