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A parallel beam of x-rays is incident normally on a narrow slit. A fluorescent screen is placed at a large distance from the slit. If the speed of the electrons is increased, which of the following statements is correct?

A

Diffraction pattern is not observed on the screen in the case of electrons.

B

The angular width of the central maximum of the diffraction pattern will increase.

C

The angular width of the central maximum will decrease

D

The angular width of the central maximum will be unaffected.

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