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If `I_0` is the intensity of the principal maximum in the single slit diffraction pattern. Then what will be its intensity when the slit width is doubled?

A

`3I_(0)`

B

`I_(0)`

C

`4I_(0)`

D

`2I_(0)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
The intensity of principal maximum in the single slit diffraction pattern does not depend upon the width.
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