APFIVE Rectangular Slit Diffraction Pattern
A rectangular slit of width a and height b (where a < b) produces a diffraction pattern when monochromatic light passes through it. How does the pattern differ from that produced by a square aperture of side length a?
A
The pattern is more spread out horizontally than vertically
B
The pattern shows circular symmetry
C
The pattern has equal spacing in both directions
D
The pattern is more spread out vertically than horizontally
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