Wave Optics - Result Question 6

6. Which one of the following phenomena is not explained by Huygens construction of wavefront?

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(a) Refraction

(b) Reflection

(c) Diffraction

(d) Origin of spectra

Topic 2: Young’s Double Slit Experiment

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 6. (d)

Solution:

  1. (d) Huygen’s construction of wavefront does not apply to origin of spectra which is explained by quantum theory.