Michelson interferometer
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What is the result of constructive interference?

  • No change in intensity or amplitude
  • Complete cancellation of the waves
  • Greater intensity (correct)
  • Lower amplitude
  • Which of the following is the correct definition of interference in physics?

  • The combination of two waves by dividing their intensities or displacements with consideration for their phase difference
  • The combination of two waves by subtracting their intensities or displacements with consideration for their phase difference
  • The combination of two waves by adding their intensities or displacements with consideration for their phase difference (correct)
  • The combination of two waves by multiplying their intensities or displacements with consideration for their phase difference
  • What is the result of destructive interference?

  • No change in intensity or amplitude
  • Greater intensity
  • Complete cancellation of the waves
  • Lower amplitude (correct)
  • Which principle states that the resultant amplitude at a point is equal to the vector sum of the amplitudes of the individual waves?

    <p>Superposition of waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coined the term 'interference' in 1801?

    <p>Thomas Young</p> Signup and view all the answers

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