Interference and Diffraction - Wireless

Interference and diffraction patterns from laser light passing through various single-slits and multiple-slits are scanned and plotted in real time. These patterns are then examined for similarities and differences.

The distances between the central maximum and the diffraction minima for a single slit are measured by scanning the laser pattern with a Light Sensor and optical encoder built into the Wireless Diffraction Apparatus. Also, the distances between interference maxima for two or more slits are measured. These measurements are compared to theoretical values. Differences and similarities between interference and diffraction patterns are examined. In addition, the effect of the wavelength of the light is examined.

Grade Level: College • High School

Subject: Physics

Student Files

	Interference and Diffraction - Wireless	3.46 MB
	Interference and Diffraction - Wireless	1.07 MB
	Interference and Diffraction - Wireless	665.89 KB

Teacher Files

Download All

Featured Equipment

$Wireless Diffraction Scanner$

Wireless Diffraction Scanner

The Wireless Diffraction Scanner combines a position sensor with a light sensor for scanning diffraction patterns.

$Interference and Diffraction - Wireless$

Interference and Diffraction - Wireless

Examine interference and diffraction patterns for laser light passing through various single-slits and multiple-slits.

Support

Many lab activities can be conducted with our Wireless, PASPORT, or even ScienceWorkshop sensors and equipment. For assistance with substituting compatible instruments, contact PASCO Technical Support. We're here to help.
Copyright © 2023 PASCO

Copyright Disclaimer: Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 makes allowance for “fair use” for purposes of teaching, scholarship, education and research. Reproduction under any other circumstances, without the written consent of PASCO, is prohibited.

Source Collection: Lab #07