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Consider the double slit experiment for light. Complete each statement as it wou

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Question

Consider the double slit experiment for light. Complete each statement as it would apply to Young's experiment (for each statement select "Increases", "Decreases", or "Cannot be Predicted"). If a variable is not mentioned, consider it to remain unchanged.


If the wavelength of the light used increases, fringe separation ...?...
If the distance to the screen triples and slit separation doubles, fringe separation ...?...
For the fringe separation to remain unchanged, wavelength ..?.. while the distance to the screen decreases.
If the frequency of the light used decreases, fringe separation ...?...
If the distance to the screen increases, fringe separation ...?...
If slit separation increases and the distance to the screen increases, fringe separation ...?...
If slit separation decreases, fringe separation ...?...

Explanation / Answer

A)decreases

B)decreases

c)increase

D)increases

E)decreases

F)decreases

G)cannot be predicted