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ERIC Number: EJ179721
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Fun with Fraunhofer
Eaton, T. W.
Physics Education, 12, 4, 213-6, May 77
Using the simple optical system and photodiode described in this article it is possible to give clear, quantitative demonstrations of all the Fraunhofer diffraction phenomena at single and multiple apertures. These measurements can be related to the theoretical predictions given in standard textbooks. Circuit diagram and optical layout are included. (Author/MA)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Lasers, Learning Activities, Optics, Physics, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Experiments
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Audience: Practitioners
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Identifiers: Fraunhofer Diffraction