NEET Physics Interference Match the Following Question
Match Column-I with Column-II.
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| (a) Constructive interference | (i) Path difference = (n + 1/2)λ |
| (b) Destructive interference | (ii) Resultant intensity = 4I0 |
| (c) Coherent sources | (iii) Fixed phase relationship |
| (d) Incoherent sources | (iv) Random phase changes |
a-ii, b-i, c-iii, d-iv
a-i, b-ii, c-iv, d-iii
a-ii, b-iv, c-iii, d-i
a-ii, b-iii, c-iv, d-i
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Constructive interference occurs when the path difference is an integer multiple of the wavelength, resulting in maximum intensity (4I0). In contrast, destructive interference occurs with a path difference of (n + 1/2)λ, leading to cancellation. Coherent sources maintain a fixed phase relationship, while incoherent sources exhibit random phase changes.
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