Q. Conditions of diffraction is

A) $\frac{a}{\lambda} = 1$
B) $\frac{a}{\lambda} \gg 1$
C) $\frac{a}{\lambda} \ll 1$
D) None of these
Explanation

(a) For diffraction size of the obstacle must be of the order of wavelength of wave, $i.e.\ a \approx \lambda$

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