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In case of Fraunhoffer diffraction at a single slit, the diffraction pattern on the screen is correct for which of the following statements?
- A Central bright band having alternate dark and bright bands of decreasing intensity on either side.
- B Central dark band having uniform brightness on either side.
- C Central bright band having dark bands on either side.
- D Central dark band having alternate dark and bright bands of decreasing intensity on either side.
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(A) Central bright band having alternate dark and bright bands of decreasing intensity on either side.
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In case of Fraunhoffer diffraction at a single slit, the diffraction pattern on the screen, central bright band having alternate dark, and bright bands of decreasing intensity on either side.
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