Q.

In a double slit interference pattern, the first maxima for infrared light would be:

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a

closer to the center than the first maxima for green light.

b

at the same place as the first maxima for green light.

c

farther from the center than the first maxima for green light.

d

infrared light does not produce an interference pattern.

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Position of maxima from central maxima produced by a monochromatic light is directly proportional to its wavelength.

i.e. xn = nλDd

As the wavelength of infrared light is greater than the green light, the first maxima for infrared light would be farther from the center than the first maxima for green light.

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