College Physics (7th Edition)

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Chapter 24 - Physical Optics: The Wave of Nature of Light - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 839: 7

Answer

If the slit length is comparable to the width, a second diffraction pattern perpendicular to the first will also be observed.

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If the slit length is comparable to the width, a second diffraction pattern perpendicular to the first will also be observed.
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