HMC
Gratings
Multiple Slit – 6D20.10
- A laser shines on a slide containing various set of slits: 2, 3, 4, and 5 slits.
- Two different color lasers can be used to demonstrate the wavelength dependence of the pattern.
Location: Jacobs B122 - Shelves 166 & 240
Projected Spectra with Grating – 6D20.20
- The spectrum of a source of light is projected on the side wall using a grating.
Location: Jacobs B122 - Shelves 166 & 300
Compact Disc Grating – 6D20.32

- Shine a laser on a CD to estimate the grooves per inch.
Location: Jacobs B122 - Shelf 240
Crossed Gratings and Laser – 6D20.50
- Two gratings are placed one in front of the other.
- A laser shines through the gratings as one is rotated.
Location: Jacobs B122 - Shelves 166 & 240








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