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Chapter 28 Problem 36P

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IP Newton's Rings Monochromatic light with \(\lambda=648 \mathrm{~nm}\) shines down on a plano-convex lens lying on a piece of plate glass, as shown in Figure When viewed from above, one sees a set of concentric dark and bright fringes, referred to as Newton's rings (See Figure for a photo of Newton's rings.).

(a) If the radius of the twelfth dark ring from the center is measured to be , what is the radius of curvature, , of the lens?

(b) If light with a longer wavelength is used with this system, will the radius of the twelfth dark ring be greater than or less than ? Explain.

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Title Physics with MasteringPhysics 4 
Author James S. Walker
ISBN 9780321541635

IP Newton's Rings Monochromatic light with ? = 648 nm

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