Maximum possible interference maxima for slit separation equal to twice the wavelength in youngs double slit experiment is

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In Young's double-slit experiment, the interference pattern is formed due to the interference of light waves from two slits. The pattern consists of alternate bright and dark fringes. The maximum number of interference maxima that can be obtained for a given separation between the slits can be calculated using the formula:

n_max = (D/d) + 1

where n_max is the maximum number of interference maxima, D is the distance between the screen and the slits, and d is the separation between the slits.

For the given case where the slit separation is equal to twice the wavelength, we have d = 2λ. Substituting this in the above formula, we get:

n_max = (D/2λ) + 1

Therefore, the maximum possible interference maxima for slit separation equal to twice the wavelength in Young's double-slit experiment is given by the above formula. The value of n_max depends on the distance D between the screen and the slits, and the wavelength of light used in the experiment.

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Maximum possible interference maxima for slit separation equal to twice the wavelength in youngs double slit experiment is

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Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor of plate area A and plate separation d with air present between the plates.

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Write two advantages of reflecting telescope over refracting telescope.

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5.
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Maximum possible interference maxima for slit separation equal to twice the wavelength in youngs double slit experiment is

CBSE CLASS XII Related Questions

1.Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor of plate area A and plate separation d with air present between the plates.

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4.A student sets up the circuit as shown in the figure to find the value of unknown resistance X and records a set of readings of the voltmeter and the ammeter by using the rheostat.

5.With the help of a labelled diagram, explain the principle, construction and working of an a.c. generator.

6. The resistance of a metal wire at \( 20^\circ \text{C} \) is \( 1.05 \, \Omega \) and at \( 100^\circ \text{C} \) is \( 1.38 \, \Omega \). Determine the temperature coefficient of resistivity of this metal.

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