What is the Number of Fringes in a YDSE with Given Parameters?

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To find the number of fringes in a Young's Double Slit Experiment (YDSE) setup with given parameters, first calculate the fringe width using the formula Dλ/d, where D is the distance to the screen, λ is the wavelength, and d is the distance between the slits. Once the fringe width is determined, divide the total distance (1 cm) by this width to find the number of fringes. It's important to note that this calculation will yield only the count of either bright or dark fringes, as they alternate. The discussion emphasizes the need to consider both types of fringes when interpreting results. Understanding these calculations is crucial for solving similar YDSE problems effectively.
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Homework Statement


Find number of fringes separated by 1 cm on a screen at a distance of 2mm from slits which are 0.2mm apart from each other.The wavelength of light used is 500nm.

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The Attempt at a Solution


I really don't know any way to solve it.I have tried putting unit values of slit distance wavelength and screen distance but I am not sure if that can be applied here
 
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Abhimessi10 said:

Homework Statement


Find number of fringes separated by 1 cm on a screen at a distance of 2mm from slits which are 0.2mm apart from each other.The wavelength of light used is 500nm.

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution


I really don't know any way to solve it.I have tried putting unit values of slit distance wavelength and screen distance but I am not sure if that can be applied here
First calculate fringe width for given arrangement
 
Abhishek kumar said:
First calculate fringe width for given arrangement

Ok then?
 
Abhimessi10 said:
Ok then?
Then by dividing 1cm by fringe width you will get the number
 
Abhishek kumar said:
Then by dividing 1cm by fringe width you will get the number

Between one cm there could be dark and bright fringes.So dividing 1 cm by fringe width will give only bright or dark fringes only,right?
 
There is alternate bright and dark fringe of width Dλ/d.you will get both finge.
 
Abhishek kumar said:
There is alternate bright and dark fringe of width Dλ/d.you will get both finge.

Yeah thanks man
 
Abhimessi10 said:
Yeah thanks man
You're Welcome
 
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