University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321973615
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-361-0

Chapter 36 - Diffraction - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 1210: Q36.1

Answer

It is because of size, not speed.

Work Step by Step

Sound and water waves have wavelengths that are comparable to the sizes of the obstacles typically encountered in everyday life, so their diffraction is readily observed. Light waves are much smaller.
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