Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Diffraction

Diffraction — practice question

During an experiment, water waves in a ripple tank are directed at a gap, as shown. Some diffraction of the water waves is seen. Which change to the experiment would give a clearer demonstration of diffraction?

  • AIncrease the amplitude of the waves.
  • BIncrease the frequency of the waves.
  • CIncrease the wavelength of the waves.
  • DIncrease the width of the gap.

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