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The dispersion of the first three maxima that fall on the screen.
Answer to Problem 44PQ
The dispersion of the first order is
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for
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Write the expression for diffraction grating in the first order.
Here,
Conclusion:
Calculate grating spacing as follows.
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Therefore, the dispersion of the first order is
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