If a thin film of oil on water produces a green color due to interference, what can be inferred about the thickness of the film? (2023)
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If a thin film of oil on water produces a green color due to interference, what can be inferred about the thickness of the film? (2023)
It is very thick
It is very thin
It is of variable thickness
It is equal to the wavelength of green light
Thin films produce colors due to interference; a green color indicates a thin film where the thickness is comparable to the wavelength of visible light.
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Q: If a thin film of oil on water produces a green color due to interference, what can be inferred about the thickness of the film? (2023)
Solution: Thin films produce colors due to interference; a green color indicates a thin film where the thickness is comparable to the wavelength of visible light.
