Q. What will be the angle of diffraction for the first order maximum due to Fraunhofer diffraction by a single slit of width 0.50 mm, using light of wavelength 500 nm?
A) $1 \times 10^{- 3}\ rad$
B) $3 \times 10^{- 3}\ rad$
C) $1.5 \times 10^{- 4}\ rad$
D) $1.5 \times 10^{- 3}\ rad$
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: $1 \times 10^{- 3}\ rad$.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.