Thin film diffraction - to start

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Thin film diffraction involves complexities beyond basic Snell's law due to the presence of a thin film, such as oil. To approach the problem, one must apply Snell's law twice to account for the light's interaction with both the air-oil and oil-substrate interfaces. Understanding the phase changes that occur upon reflection is also crucial for accurate analysis. The discussion emphasizes the need for a clear strategy to tackle the problem effectively. Mastery of these concepts is essential for solving thin film diffraction challenges.
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Thin film diffraction -- need help to start

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I attached a picture of the problem, could anyone tell how I would begin to proceed with this problem? I believe that it is more complicated than simply a Snell's law problem, due to the thin film of oil.

Thanks for your consideration.

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All you need is snell's law. However, you will need to use it twice.
 
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