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What is the effect of change of wavelength on diffraction pattern?Does it effects intensity or fringe width?
A diffraction grating is an optical device that consists of a large number of parallel slits or grooves, which are evenly spaced and act as a reflective or transparent surface. These slits cause light to diffract, or spread out, resulting in a distinct pattern of light and dark regions.
The spacing of the slits in a diffraction grating determines the angle at which light of different wavelengths will be diffracted. This results in a distinct pattern of light and dark regions, with different wavelengths being separated at different angles. The greater the number of slits, the more precise the diffraction pattern will be.
As the wavelength of light changes, the angle of diffraction also changes. This is because the spacing of the slits remains constant, but the angle at which different wavelengths are diffracted changes due to their different properties. This results in a shift in the pattern of light and dark regions.
The spacing of the slits in a diffraction grating is directly proportional to the angle at which light of different wavelengths will be diffracted. This means that the greater the spacing between the slits, the larger the angle of diffraction will be. This relationship is described by the equation: d sinθ = mλ, where d is the slit spacing, θ is the angle of diffraction, m is the order of diffraction, and λ is the wavelength of light.
Diffraction gratings are commonly used in scientific research to analyze and study the properties of light. By measuring the angle and intensity of the diffracted light, scientists can determine the wavelengths and frequencies of different light sources. This information can be used to identify the chemical composition of substances, study the behavior of light in different environments, and even measure the expansion of the universe.