What Are the Wave Properties of Light in Prism and Diffraction Experiments?

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The discussion focuses on the wave properties of light in prism and diffraction experiments. Key properties include dispersion and recombination for prisms, while diffraction involves destructive interference and the formation of crests and troughs. The Young's double slit experiment is identified as an apparatus that utilizes diffraction. Additionally, two methods to produce a spectrum from white light are mentioned: using a prism and a diffraction grating, with different wave properties and mathematical calculations associated with each. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in responses and accurate mathematical representations related to these optical phenomena.
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Homework Statement


1. wave properties of light in a prism experiment?
2. wave properties of diffraction in a prism experiment?
3.name one apparatus that uses diffraction

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The Attempt at a Solution


1. The wave properties of light are dispersion and recombination
2. The wave properties of light are destructive interference and crest and troughs
3. Youngs double slit experiment

^^IS THIS CORRECT?!?
 
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Hello Mr,

What are the questions and what is the context ? In complete sentences
 
Name the two methods that will produce a spectrum from white light. Compare the methods based on the· type of apparatus used

· wave properties involved

· mathematical calculations used to describe the process
 
Mr.somebody said:

Homework Statement


1. wave properties of light in a prism experiment?
2. wave properties of diffraction in a prism experiment?
3.name one apparatus that uses diffraction

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


1. The wave properties of light are dispersion and recombination
2. The wave properties of light are destructive interference and crest and troughs
3. Youngs double slit experiment

^^IS THIS CORRECT?!?
BvU said:
Hello Mr,

What are the questions and what is the context ? In complete sentences

Mr.somebody said:
Name the two methods that will produce a spectrum from white light. Compare the methods based on the

· type of apparatus used

· wave properties involved

· mathematical calculations used to describe the process
Your recent post is not consistent with the Original Post.

If this recent post is the question you are to answer, then please give us your attempt at a solution.
 
1. The two apparatus that could be used is a diffraction gradient and a prism

2. For the prism - The wave properties of light are dispersion and recombination

For the diffraction gradient - The wave properties of light are destructive interference, diffraction and crest and troughs

3. For the prism, I couldn't find any mathematical calculations
For the diffraction gradient you can use lamda = xd/nl and lambda =dsin/n
 
Mr.somebody said:
For the prism, I couldn't find any mathematical calculations
For prism usually this equation is represented as the dependence of refraction angle w.r.t. wavelength, ##d\theta/d\lambda##. Open your optics textbook which discusses dispersion in prism and you will most likely find it.
 
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