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Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2025 · Paper 11 · Question 30

9702The diffraction grating

Light of wavelength 680 nm is incident normally on a diffraction grating with 450 lines mm⁻¹. What is the angle of diffraction of the second-order maximum in the diffraction pattern that is produced?

  1. A1.8°
  2. B3.5°
  3. C18°
  4. D38°

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Correct answer: D. 38°

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