Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Wave Optics

Question:

In a single slit experiment, a diffraction pattern is obtained on the screen for yellow light. What will be the effect on the diffraction pattern, if yellow light is replaced by X-rays?

Options:

diffraction pattern will not be observed

number of fringes will decrease

number of fringes will increase

central maximum will become narrower

Correct Answer:

diffraction pattern will not be observed

Explanation:

Answer: ☀ diffraction pattern will not be observed

Explanation: X-rays have a very small wavelength compared to the slit width, so diffraction effects are negligible and no visible diffraction pattern will be observed.