Diffraction, resolution and polarisation

What this note covers

1. Diffraction: what it is and when it matters
2. Single-slit diffraction patterns
3. Resolution
4. Polarisation of light
5. Applications: LCDs, stress analysis and communication
6. Linking diffraction, interference and the wave model
7. Exam technique for diffraction and polarisation

7 sections · 10 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes