Explore topic-wise MCQs in Physics.

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1.

What will be the linear width of the central maximum on a screen that is kept 5 m away from the slit, if a light of wavelength 800 nm strikes a slit of 5 mm width.

A. 1.2 mm
B. 5.6 mm
C. 6.5 mm
D. 9.7 mm
Answer» B. 5.6 mm
2.

Determine the half angular width of the central maximum, if a wavelength of 1000 nm is observed when diffraction occurs from a single slit of 2 μm width.

A. 100o
B. 30o
C. 90o
D. 150o
Answer» C. 90o
3.

Diffraction is common in light waves.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
4.

Single slit diffraction is completely immersed in water without changing any other parameter. How is the width of the central maximum affected?

A. Insignificant
B. Increases
C. Decreases
D. Becomes zero
Answer» D. Becomes zero
5.

A small circular disc is placed in the path of light from a distant source. Identify the nature of the fringe produced.

A. Dual
B. Narrow
C. Dark
D. Bright
Answer» E.
6.

What should be the order of the size of an obstacle or aperture for diffraction light?

A. Order of wavelength of light
B. Order of wavelength of obstacle
C. Order in ranges of micrometer
D. Order in ranges of nanometer
Answer» B. Order of wavelength of obstacle
7.

What is the cause of diffraction?

A. Interference of primary wavelets
B. Interference of secondary wavelets
C. Reflection of primary wavelets
D. Reflection of secondary wavelets
Answer» C. Reflection of primary wavelets
8.

State the essential condition for diffraction of light to occur.

A. The size of the aperture must be less when compared to the wavelength of light
B. The size of the aperture must be more when compared to the wavelength of light
C. The size of the aperture must be comparable to the wavelength of light
D. The size of the aperture should not be compared to the wavelength of light
Answer» D. The size of the aperture should not be compared to the wavelength of light