Easy interference problem regarding Newton's rings
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The discussion centers on the interference problem related to Newton's rings, particularly focusing on phase shifts due to reflections. The equation r² = (R1)(R2)(λ)*(n-1/2)/(R1-R2) is mentioned, with emphasis on the phase difference of λ/2 for the blue ray. Participants clarify that the red ray reflects without a phase change initially, but experiences a phase shift of λ/2 upon subsequent transmission and reflection. There is confusion regarding whether the phase shift is λ/2 or λ, but it is confirmed that the first reflection does not cause a phase shift. The context of the discussion is specifically about the formation of dark rings in the interference pattern.
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