Huygens Principle Homework: Analyze the Green Part

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The discussion centers on the analysis of the green part marked in a diffraction pattern, specifically regarding its behavior under Huygens' Principle. Participants confirm that the amplitude at this location approaches zero due to destructive interference. The lack of a graphical representation of the intensity distribution is noted as a limitation in fully understanding the diffraction effects. The consensus emphasizes the importance of visual aids in comprehending wave interactions in this context.

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Hi all.

Please take a look at the uploaded picture.

Can you guys tell me what happens to the green part that I've marked? Do they go to amplitude = 0 because of destructive interference or what?
 

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don hv graphical representation of the intensity distribution along the diffraction pattern??
 

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