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Explain why diffraction patterns are more difficult to observe with an extended light source than for a point source. Compare also a monochromatic source to white light.

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Critical damping is the case where the mass never actually crosses over equilibrium position, but reaches equilibrium as fast as possible.  Experiment with changing c to find the critical damping constant.  Use the same initial conditions as in the last problem.  Zoom in a bit to make sure you don't allow any oscillations to take place - even small ones.

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