Physics-Huygens Principle
NEET Physics Huygens Principle MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
What is the shape of the wavefront produced by a point source according to Huygens Principle?
A
Spherical
B
Cylindrical
C
Planar
D
Elliptical
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to Huygens Principle, when a point source emits waves, the wavefront is defined as a surface of constant phase, which takes the shape of a sphere as it spreads out from the source.
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