Single-Slit First Minimum
a·sin(θ) = λ => θ = asin(λ / a)
What it says
Computes the angle of the first diffraction minimum for light passing through a single slit.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
λ | Wavelength (m) | L |
a | Slit width (m) | L |
θ | Angle of first minimum (rad) | 1 |
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