# Solution - Why We Get Maximum Wavelength for Two Narrow Slits Separated by a Distance "A" - Fraunhofer Diffraction Due to a Single Slit

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For a single slit of width "a", the first minimum of the interference pattern of a monochromatic light of wavelength λ occurs at an angle of λa. At the same angle of λa, we get a maximum for two narrow slits separated by a distance "a". Explain.

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Solution for question: Why We Get Maximum Wavelength for Two Narrow Slits Separated by a Distance "A" concept: Fraunhofer Diffraction Due to a Single Slit. For the courses 12th CBSE (Arts), 12th CBSE (Commerce), 12th CBSE (Science)
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