Young's Double Slit Experiment in Water

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The discussion revolves around the effects of submerging Young's double-slit experiment in water, specifically focusing on how the fringe pattern would change due to the medium's properties.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore the impact of water on the wavelength of light and its effect on the fringe pattern. Questions arise regarding the appropriateness of the formula mentioned and the nature of wave propagation in different media.

Discussion Status

Some participants have raised questions about the change in wavelength when light travels through water, while others have expressed uncertainty about the formula's relevance. There is an indication that a participant believes they have identified the effect on the fringe spacing, but no consensus has been reached.

Contextual Notes

Participants are discussing the implications of changing the medium on the experiment's outcomes, with some uncertainty about the correct approach and assumptions regarding wave behavior in water.

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Homework Statement


If Young's double-slit experiment were submerged in water, how would the fringe pattern be changed?


Homework Equations


None...but maybe d\sin(\theta)=m\lambda


The Attempt at a Solution


It would not because the waves still propagate in the same manner and the wavefronts are still circular.
 
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Doesn't the wavelength change in water?
 
I do not think that is the formula to be used.
 
I just found the answer, the wavelength does shorten in water, so the fringes would become closer together.
 

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