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Hands-on phasors and multiple-slit interference
- Source :
- The Physics Teacher. Nov, 1997, Vol. 35 Issue 8, p486, 3 p.
- Publication Year :
- 1997
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Abstract
- Sophomore physics majors in waves and optics can utilize a phasor model to observe multiple-slit interference patterns. The mechanical phasor model allows students to experience its qualitative and quantitative application first hand. The phasor is a helpful visual aid to augment standard algebraic analysis.
Details
- ISSN :
- 0031921X
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 8
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- The Physics Teacher
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.20136377