(a) A monochromatic light passes through a narrow slit and forms a diffraction pattern on a screen behind the slit. As the wavelength of the light decreases, describe what happens to the diffraction pattern. (b) A monochromatic light passes through a narrow slit and forms a diffraction pattern on a screen behind the slit. As the slit width increases, describe what happens to the diffraction pattern. Give a full explanation in words and/or using images. Make sure to show all work.

(a) A monochromatic light passes through a narrow slit and forms a diffraction pattern on a screen behind the slit. As the wavelength of the light decreases, describe what happens to the diffraction pattern. (b) A monochromatic light passes through a narrow slit and forms a diffraction pattern on a screen behind the slit. As the slit width increases, describe what happens to the diffraction pattern. Give a full explanation in words and/or using images. Make sure to show all work.

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