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Published on: September 12, 2026
In a diffraction pattern due to a single slit of width ' 
', the first minimum is observed at an angle 
when light of wavelength 
is incident on the slit. The first secondary maximum is observed at an angle of :
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
For the first minima,
First secondary maxima will be at,
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