What is θ_mi_n for a monochromatic beam of light of wavelength 600 nm and an aperture diameter of 6.00 mm? A)100 × 10^-6 rad B)202 × 10^-6 rad C)122 × 10^-6 rad D)244 × 10^-6 rad E)236 × 10^-6 rad

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The minimum angle of resolution θ_min for a circular aperture is given by the formula θ_min = 1.22 * (λ/D), where λ is the wavelength and D is the diameter of the aperture. Substituting λ = 600 nm = 600 × 10^-9 m and D = 6.00 mm = 6.00 × 10^-3 m, we get θ_min = 1.22 * (600 × 10^-9 / 6.00 × 10^-3) = 122 × 10^-6 rad.

What Is θmin for a Monochromatic Beam of Light of Wavelength

What Is θ_mi_n for a Monochromatic Beam of Light of Wavelength