MCQ
For a single slit of width a, the diffraction pattern minima are located at angles $\theta_m$, where $m$ is a positive, non-zero integer. Which of the following expressions is most correct?
  • $a \sin \theta_m=m \lambda$
  • B
    $a \sin \theta_m=\frac{m \lambda}{2}$
  • C
    $a \sin \theta_m=(2 m+1) \frac{\lambda}{2}$
  • D
    $a \sin \theta_m=(2 m-1) \frac{\lambda}{2}$

Answer

Correct option: A.
$a \sin \theta_m=m \lambda$
$a \sin \theta_m=m \lambda$

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