On a certain crystal, a first-order X-ray diffraction maximum is observed at an angle of 27.1° relative to its surface, using an X-ray source of unknown wavelength. Additionally, when illuminated with a different known wavelength of 0.137 nm, a second-order maximum is detected at 37.3°. Determine a. the spacing between the reflecting planes. b. the unknown wavelength.

On a certain crystal, a first-order X-ray diffraction maximum is observed at an angle of 27.1° relative to its surface, using an X-ray source of unknown wavelength. Additionally, when illuminated with a different known wavelength of 0.137 nm, a second-order maximum is detected at 37.3°. Determine a. the spacing between the reflecting planes. b. the unknown wavelength.

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Chapter4: Diffraction

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