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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Wave Optics

Question:
A single slit diffraction pattern is obtained using a beam of red light. What happens if the red light is replaced by the blue light?
Options:
There is no change in diffraction pattern
Diffraction fringes become narrower and crowded
Diffraction fringes become broader and farther apart
The diffraction pattern disappear
Correct Answer:
Diffraction fringes become narrower and crowded
Explanation:
Diffraction fringes become narrower and crowded as wavelength decreases.