Draw a graphical representation of Rayleigh’s criterion. Explain how this criterion relates to the concept of the resolution limit.
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Graphical representation of Rayleigh's criterion: Rayleigh's criterion states that two point sources can be resolved if the central maximum of one diffraction pattern falls on the first minimum of the other diffraction pattern. This can be represented graphically Show more…
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