HELP Two point source interference pattern

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Two point sources, 20 cm apart, create a wave pattern with a wavelength of 3 cm, generating 8 waves every 1.2 seconds. The number of nodal lines present is calculated to be 14, based on the formula for nodal lines. The angular deviation of the 3rd nodal line is determined to be 22 degrees. To find the angle between the 3rd and 5th nodal lines, the same calculations are repeated, and the angles are subtracted. Understanding the concepts of nodal lines is essential for solving such problems effectively.
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Homework Statement


2 point sources 20cm apart produce 3 cm waves at a rate of 8 waves every 1.2 seconds

Homework Equations


how many nodal lines are present
what is the angular deviation of the 3rd nodal line?
what is the angle between the 3rd nodal line and the 5th nodal line?

The Attempt at a Solution



Answer for anyone who is wondering:
Nodal lines:
1 = (n-1/2) x wavelength
1 = (n-1/2) x 3
n = 7.17
Nodal Lines on both sides of right bisector, 7.17 x 2 = 14 (rounded down to nearest whole number)
Angular Deviation:
sinx = (n-1/2) x wavelength/d
x = sin-1(2.5 x (3/20))
x = 22 degrees
Angle between 3rd and 5th:
Repeat steps above to find angle of 5th nodal line and subtract angle of 4rd from angle of 5th
 
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It is not good enough just to post the question. you must post your attempt at a solution; or if you can't even get started explain why not. Is it that you don't understand some of the terms or concepts? E.g. do you know what a nodal line consists of?
To get you started, try http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/light/u12l1b.cfm
 
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