Q. In the experiment of diffraction at a single slit, if the slit width is decreased, the width of the central maximum
A) Increases in both Fresnel and Fraunhoffer diffraction
B) Decreases both in Fresnal and Fraunhoffer diffraction
C) Increases in Fresnel diffraction but decreases in Fraunhoffer diffraction
D) Decreases in Fresnel diffraction but increases in Fraunhoffer diffraction
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Increases in both Fresnel and Fraunhoffer diffraction.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.