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Diffraction of Light by Very Small Apertures
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 Audience: Educators
Grades: 9-12


Students determine which light pattern is created by light passing through diffraction screens. They will observe the result of light waves being in phase and out of phase.

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This activity is part of the Optics Educator Guide.
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