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what happens to the diffraction pattern of a single slit when the entire optical apparatus is immersed in water?

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When the optical apparatus, including the single slit, is immersed in water, the diffraction pattern will show narrower fringe spacing compared to when it is in air, and there may be a reduction in overall intensity.

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