Chapter 9.4 Flashcards
1
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Resolution
A
The ability to see as distinct two objects that are distinct
2
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Rayleigh criterion
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When two objects are just resolved, when the central maximum of one light source coincides with the first minimum of the other
3
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Formula for minimum angle of diffraction for resolution to be possible in a circular slit
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s/d ≥ 1.22λ/b
b = diameter of circular slit
4
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Formula for resolving power
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R = λavg/Δ λ
5
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Formula for finding the smallest difference in wavelength that can be resolved
A
Δλ = λavg/mN
m = order at which the lines are observed
N = total number of slits or rulings
