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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2025 · Paper 12 · Question 29

9702The diffraction grating

The equation nλ = d sin θ can be used with a diffraction grating to find the wavelength of visible light. Which quantity is not correct for use in this equation?

  1. Ad — distance from grating to screen
  2. Bλ — wavelength of light
  3. Cn — order of intensity maximum
  4. Dθ — diffraction angle of intensity maximum

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Correct answer: A. d — distance from grating to screen

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