Spectrometer CCD Homework: Calculate Spectral Range for m=4

In summary, the spectroscopist has a spectrometer with a grating of 600 grooves/mm. By changing the spectroscopic plate CCD to one that is larger by a factor of 3, the spectroscopist is able to observe a larger spectral range when looking at the lines in order m = 4. Using the equation mλ = dsinθ, the spectroscopist can determine the angle of diffraction and the size of the CCD detector, which will affect the coverage of wavelength and order of diffraction observed.
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Homework Statement


A spectroscopist has a spectrometer equipped with a grating with 600 grooves/mm. This grating puts a 1228 nm wavelength range on a spectroscopic plate (a CCD) in order m = 5. The spectroscopist now changes the spectroscopic plate CCD by one that is larger by a factor of 3. What spectral range will be accepted when the spectroscopist observes the lines in order m = 4 with the new, larger spectroscopic plate?

λ1=1228
d= 1666.67
m1=5
m2=4
λ2=?

Homework Equations



mλ=dsinθ

The Attempt at a Solution



sinθ=[(5)(1228)]/(1666.67)=3.68

However I can't solve for θ, and plug it into another question for m2=4. What step should I do next?

So what exactly does the electroscopic plate do?
 
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woaini said:
wavelength range on a spectroscopic plate (a CCD) in order m = 5. The spectroscopist now changes the spectroscopic plate CCD by one that is larger by a factor of 3.

i think the first set of data gives you an idea of angle at which the experiment is being done - my guess is that angle of diffraction gives you size of CCD detector.
if you use a larger size you may get a larger coverage of wave length /order of diffraction.
 

1. What is a spectrometer CCD?

A spectrometer CCD (charge-coupled device) is a type of detector used in spectroscopy to measure the intensity of light at different wavelengths. It consists of a grid of light-sensitive pixels that convert light into electrical signals.

2. What is the significance of m=4 in calculating the spectral range?

In spectroscopy, m represents the diffraction order of the grating used in the spectrometer. In this case, m=4 means that the spectrometer is using a diffraction grating that splits the light into 4 different beams. This affects the spectral range because it determines the resolution and the number of wavelengths that can be measured.

3. How do you calculate the spectral range for m=4?

The spectral range for m=4 can be calculated using the equation: λmax = mλ/d, where λmax is the maximum wavelength, m is the diffraction order, and d is the groove spacing of the grating. For example, if m=4 and d=1μm, the spectral range would be 4μm.

4. What factors can affect the spectral range?

The spectral range can be affected by several factors, including the diffraction grating used, the wavelength range of the light source, and the size and sensitivity of the CCD detector. The resolution of the spectrometer and the quality of the optics can also impact the spectral range.

5. Why is calculating the spectral range important in spectroscopy?

The spectral range is important in spectroscopy because it determines the range of wavelengths that can be measured by the spectrometer. This information is crucial for accurately identifying and analyzing different substances based on their spectral fingerprints. A wider spectral range allows for the detection of more complex molecules and a better understanding of the sample being analyzed.

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