Optics Question 228

Question: A parallel beam of monochromatic light of wavelength 5000AA is incident normally on a single narrow slit of width 0.001 mm. The light is focused by a convex lens on a screen placed on the focal plane. The first minimum will be formed for the angle of diffraction equal to

[CBSE PMT 1993]

Options:

A) 0

B) 15

C) 30

D) 60

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

For the first minima dsinθ=λ

sinθ=λd

θ=sin1(5000×10100.001×103)=30o



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