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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

Two sources of light are said to be coherent when they emit light of
A. same wavelength
B. same amplitude
C. same intensity
D. constant phase difference
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A B and C only
  2. B A and D only
  3. C B and D only
  4. D A and C only
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(B) A and D only

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Two light sources are considered coherent if they emit waves of the same wavelength (or frequency) and maintain a constant phase difference over time. While having the same amplitude or intensity can enhance the contrast of interference patterns, it is not a requirement for…