Optics Question 201
Question: Angular width (b) of central maximum of a diffraction pattern on a single slit does not depend upon
[DCE 2000; 01]
Options:
A) Distance between slit and source
B) Wavelength of light used
C) Width of the slit
D) Frequency of light used
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
For single slit diffraction pattern
Angular width =
It is independent of D i.e. distance between screen and slit
