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  • Chapter 6: Multiple-Slit Diffraction

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    6.1 Introduction Multiple-slit diffraction occurs when light passes through an array of narrow, equally spaced slits, creating an interference pattern of bright and dark regions. In this chapter, we will discuss the basics of multiple-slit diffraction and explore the underlying principles that govern the formation of the resulting patterns. 6.2 Double-Slit Diffraction Double-slit diffraction is…

  • Aharonov–Bohm Effect

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    Introduction The Aharonov–Bohm effect is a quantum mechanical phenomenon that demonstrates how a charged particle is affected by electromagnetic fields, despite being in regions of apparently zero electromagnetic fields. This effect illustrates the fundamental role of potentials in quantum mechanics, in contrast to classical physics where fields play the dominant role. Aharonov–Bohm Electromagnetic Potential The…

  • Interference

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    Introduction Interference is a fundamental concept in wave theory, describing the phenomenon where two or more waves combine to form a resultant wave. The principle of interference is central to many areas of physics, including optics, acoustics, and quantum mechanics. Constructive and Destructive Interference When two waves meet, they interfere with each other. The superposition…

  • Wave-Particle Duality

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    Introduction Wave-particle duality is a key principle in quantum mechanics that proposes that all particles exhibit both wave and particle properties. This concept is a fundamental departure from classical physics, where particles and waves are separate entities. De Broglie Hypothesis The concept of wave-particle duality was first introduced by Louis de Broglie in 1924. He…

  • Young’s Double-Slit Experiment

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    Introduction Young’s double-slit experiment is a famous experiment in physics that demonstrates the wave nature of light and forms the basis of the concept of interference. It was first performed by the British scientist Thomas Young in 1801. The Experiment In Young’s double-slit experiment, a beam of light is shone through two closely-spaced slits onto…