Angular Width in Wave Optics Formulas

Angular Width is the angle between the two extreme points of a wave measured at a reference point, typically the center of the wave, and is used to describe the spatial extent of a wave. And is denoted by d_angular. Angular Width is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Angular Width is always negative.

Formulas to find Angular Width in Wave Optics

fxAngular Width of Central MaximaGo

List of variables in Wave Optics formulas

fx Wavelength Go

fx Aperture of Objective Go

FAQ

What is the Angular Width?

Angular Width is the angle between the two extreme points of a wave measured at a reference point, typically the center of the wave, and is used to describe the spatial extent of a wave. Angular Width is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Angular Width is always negative.

Can the Angular Width be negative?

Yes, the Angular Width, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Angular Width?

Angular Width is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Angular Width can be measured.

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