Interference pattern of light through a grating

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The discussion focuses on calculating the distance of the first-order maximum in an interference pattern created by monochromatic light with a frequency of 6.50 x 1014 Hz, directed at a diffraction grating with 4.00 x 104 lines/m. The screen is positioned 1.10 meters from the grating. Key formulas mentioned include v = (λ)f and (λ) = dx/nl, which are essential for solving the problem. Participants emphasize the need for the wavelength (λ) and the distance (d) to complete the calculation.

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can someone please solve this equation

Monochromatic light with a frequency of 6.50 x 10^14 hz is directed on a diffraction grating ruled with 4.00 x 10^4 lines/m. An interference pattern is produced on a screen 1.10m from the grating. How far is the 1st order maximum from the central maximum?
 
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the ogre said:
can someone please solve this equation

Monochromatic light with a frequency of 6.50 x 10^14 hz is directed on a diffraction grating ruled with 4.00 x 10^4 lines/m. An interference pattern is produced on a screen 1.10m from the grating. How far is the 1st order maximum from the central maximum?
Welcome to PF. First of all, this is not an equation. Second, we can help you solve a problem. You just have to show us what you have done to solve it and then we can help you.

AM
 
l= 1.10m
d=______
n=______
x= ?
f= 6.50 x 10^14
(lamda) =_______

Formulas:

v = (lamda)f

(lamda) = dx/nl


umm sorry but I am not very good with physics
one of my friends has asked me to help with this euqation
but
im just a chemistry guy
 

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