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