Physics: Principles with Applications
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Chapter 28, Problem 62GP
To determine
To Prove: The diffractive spread of the laser beam
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Explanation of Solution
Calculation:
The uncertainty in the momentum component perpendicular to the motion is,
Consider the half angle of the beam is,
Consider if the angle is small
Consider the angular speed is,
Conclusion:
Therefore, the value of the angular speed is
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