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If white light is used in a biprism experiment, then

A

fringe pattern disappers

B

all fringes will be coloured

C

central fringe will be white others will be coloured

D

central fringe will be dark

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When white light is used in a biprism experiment central spot will be white, while the surrounding fringes will be coloured.
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