Double Slits experiment central fringe intensity

In summary, the double slits experiment central fringe intensity is a phenomenon where light waves passing through two parallel slits create an interference pattern on a screen. It is affected by factors such as distance, wavelength, and obstructions. The central fringe intensity can be calculated using a specific equation and it demonstrates the wave-like nature of light. It is significant because it shows the most intense part of the pattern and can be used to calculate the intensity of other points. The central fringe intensity is directly proportional to the intensity of the light source, but the wavelength and color can also affect it.
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Homework Statement


In a double slits experiment, the intensity at the central fringe is I. What will be the intensity at the central fringe when each slit is widened 2 times?


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The Attempt at a Solution



My suggestion is that the intensity will be 2I...
 
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But what is the reasoning?
What is the relationship between the central fringe intensity and the slit width?
 
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I think that when the width of the each slit is doubled then the amount of light passing through will be double as well as the intensity
 
1)

What is the double slits experiment central fringe intensity?

The double slits experiment central fringe intensity is a phenomenon observed in optics where light waves passing through two parallel slits create an interference pattern on a screen. The central fringe refers to the bright and most intense part of the interference pattern.

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What factors affect the central fringe intensity in the double slits experiment?

The central fringe intensity is affected by several factors such as the distance between the two slits, the wavelength of the light source, and the distance between the slits and the screen. It is also affected by the size and shape of the slits, and any obstructions in the path of the light waves.

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How can the central fringe intensity be calculated in the double slits experiment?

The central fringe intensity can be calculated using the equation I = Imax * cos^2(Δφ/2), where Imax is the maximum intensity of the central fringe, and Δφ is the phase difference between the two interfering waves. This equation takes into account the interference of the two waves and the angle of the interference pattern on the screen.

4)

What is the significance of the central fringe intensity in the double slits experiment?

The central fringe intensity is significant because it shows the most intense part of the interference pattern and can be used to calculate the intensity of other points in the pattern. It also demonstrates the wave-like nature of light and the phenomenon of interference.

5)

How does the central fringe intensity change with different light sources in the double slits experiment?

The central fringe intensity is directly proportional to the intensity of the light source. So, as the intensity of the light source increases, the central fringe intensity also increases. However, the wavelength and color of the light source can also affect the central fringe intensity, as different wavelengths have different interference patterns.

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