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WFU Physics Lecture Demonstrations

Single Slit and Laser

PIRA 6C10.10

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Description:

A laser shown through a single slit will give a pattern of bright maxima and dark minima. The central maximim is brightest and the maxima fade in intensity as they get farther and farther away from the center.

Recipe and
Location:

Laser
Single Slit
Slit Holder

Video:

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Real Video:

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Notes:

none at this time

 

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