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Physics Question on wave interference

In a double slit experiment, when light of wavelength 400nm400 nm was used, the angular width of the first minima formed on a screen placed 1m1 m away, was found to be 0.2°0.2°. What will be the angular width of the first minima, if the entire experimental apparatus is immersed in water? (\mu_{water}$$=\frac43)

A

0.266°

B

0.15°

C

0.05°

D

0.1°

Answer

0.15°

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B) : 0.15°