M5-12: LASER DIFFRACTION - RAZOR EDGE
- ID Code: M5-12
- Purpose: Diffraction of a laser beam by a sharp edge.
- Description: Position the razor edge in the laser beam using the double cross carriage to see the classic knife edge diffraction pattern on a distant screen. The pattern can be seen on a near screen using a cylindrical lens. The lens may enhance the pattern on the distant screen.
- Availability: Available
- References: http://www.physics.umd.edu/deptinfo/facilities/lecdem/services/refs/refsm.htm#M5-12