Wavelength (Colours) and line spectra.

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Wavelength significantly influences the spacing of line spectra, with shorter wavelengths resulting in closer lines. In an experiment comparing green light (510 nm) and red light (650 nm), it was observed that the green light lines were spaced further apart than the red light lines. This observation suggests that the wavelength of light affects how it is perceived and measured in terms of spectral lines. Additionally, visibility differences in colors may impact the observation of red light. Understanding these relationships is crucial for analyzing line spectra in various scientific contexts.
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1. How does wavelength affect line spectra (the spacing)?

I did some research and found the wavelength of green light to be 510 nm and red light to be 650 nm. So for the experiment I looked through slits (such as 2, 2, 6 (which represents 2 slits, 2 points wide, and separated by 6 points) where 1 point is 0.000352777 metres) )such and observed green light on top and red light on the bottom and compared the lines. I noticed that green light lines were further apart than red light lines. What does this tell me about their wavelengths? THanks
 
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I don't really understand your experiment, but it could be that it is because your eyes can't see red very well.
 

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