For a parallel beam of monochromatic light of wavelength ' 
', diffraction is produced by a single slit whose width ' 
' is of the order of the wavelength of the light. If ' 
' is the distance of the screen from the slit, the width of the central maxima will be
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Given situation is shown in the figure.
For central maxima, 
Also, 
is very-very small so
Width of central maxima 
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