If the wavelength of light used in a double-slit experiment is increased, what happens to the distance between the fringes? (2022)
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If the wavelength of light used in a double-slit experiment is increased, what happens to the distance between the fringes? (2022)
Increases
Decreases
Remains the same
Becomes zero
The fringe width is directly proportional to the wavelength. Therefore, increasing the wavelength increases the distance between the fringes.
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Q: If the wavelength of light used in a double-slit experiment is increased, what happens to the distance between the fringes? (2022)
Solution: The fringe width is directly proportional to the wavelength. Therefore, increasing the wavelength increases the distance between the fringes.
