microwaves with a wavelength of 15.0 cm strike a slit. What is the maximum slit width that will still result in a large amount of diffraction?
1. 7.50 cm
2. 10.0 cm
3. 15.0 cm
4. 30.0 cm
This is a multiple choice and I think it's 7.50 cm. Could someone please confirm
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To determine the maximum slit width that will result in a large amount of diffraction for microwaves with a wavelength of 15.0 cm, we need to consider the relationship between the wavelength of the wave and the size of the slit.
The phenomenon of diffraction occurs when a wave encounters an obstacle or opening that is comparable in size to its wavelength. In general, when the size of the opening is much larger than the wavelength, diffraction is minimal. However, when the size of the opening becomes comparable to the wavelength, the wave starts to diffract significantly.
In this case, we have microwaves with a wavelength of 15.0 cm. For a large amount of diffraction to occur, the slit width should be comparable to or smaller than the wavelength of the microwaves. Therefore, the maximum slit width that will still result in a large amount of diffraction is 15.0 cm.
Based on the given options, the correct answer would be 3. 15.0 cm.
Note: It's important to mention that the concept of diffraction can vary depending on the context and specific conditions, so there may be some variability or exceptions in certain scenarios.
http://www.animations.physics.unsw.edu.au/jw/light/single-slit-diffraction.html#1
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