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If diffraction is observed for some phenomenon, it is evidence that the phenomenon is a wave. Does the reverse hold true? That is, if diffraction is not observed, does that mean the phenomenon is not a wave?
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Diffraction is a wave phenomenon that occurs when a wave encounters an obstacle or a slit. It is characterized by the bending of waves around the corners of an obstacle or aperture into the region of geometrical shadow of the obstacle. In other words, diffraction Show more…
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