Two coherent point sources S1 and S2 are separated by a small distance d as shown in the figure. The fringes obtained on the screen will be
A
Staright lines
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B
Semi-circles
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C
Prints
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D
Concentric circles
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Solution
The correct option is D Concentric circles The point source emits a spherical wavefront. Hence, after interference, concentric circles will be formed on the screen.