(I) For diffraction through a single slit, the wavelength of wave must be comparable to the size of slit.
(II) The diffraction is very common in sound waves but not so common in light waves.
(III) Diffraction is only observed in electromagnetic waves.
Which of the given statement(s) is/are correct for phenomenon of diffraction?
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C
The statements I and II are correct but III is incorrect and it can be corrected as,
Diffraction is a wave phenomenon. It is observed in electromagnetic and longitudinal waves as well.
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