Double slit over time, single slit in moment

In summary, if you perform the double slit experiment with the first sequence having the right slit open and the left slit closed, and then repeating with the left slit open and the right slit closed, you would not observe any interference pattern. Instead, you would see two distinct single-slit patterns. This has been confirmed by experiments.
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What happen if you do the following version of the double slit experiment: In first sequence the right slit is open and the left is closed, and a number of electrons are sent through. Then the right slit is closed and the left is opened, and a new sequece of electrons are fired. After completing this, the pattern is observed. Would one see any intereference?
 
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There would be no double-slit interference. You would see two single-slit patterns.
 
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Drakkith said:
There would be no double-slit interference. You would see two single-slit patterns.
Is that confirmed by experiments?
 
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sgphysics said:
Is that confirmed by experiments?

Of course.
 
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Related to Double slit over time, single slit in moment

1. What is the difference between a double slit experiment over time and a single slit experiment in a moment?

The main difference between a double slit experiment over time and a single slit experiment in a moment is the duration of the experiment. In a double slit experiment over time, the experiment is conducted for a longer period of time, allowing for observations to be made over multiple trials. In a single slit experiment in a moment, the experiment is conducted for a shorter period of time, typically just one trial.

2. Why do we use a double slit in the experiment over time but a single slit in the experiment in a moment?

A double slit is used in the experiment over time because it allows for the interference pattern to be observed over multiple trials, which helps to eliminate any random fluctuations. A single slit is used in the experiment in a moment because it produces a simpler diffraction pattern, making it easier to analyze and understand the behavior of light or particles in that specific moment.

3. How does the behavior of light or particles differ between the double slit experiment over time and the single slit experiment in a moment?

In a double slit experiment over time, the interference pattern observed shows the wave-like behavior of light or particles. This is due to the fact that the particles are passing through both slits simultaneously, creating an interference pattern. In a single slit experiment in a moment, the diffraction pattern observed shows the particle-like behavior of light or particles. This is because the particles are only passing through one slit, resulting in a simpler pattern without interference.

4. What is the significance of conducting both a double slit experiment over time and a single slit experiment in a moment?

Conducting both a double slit experiment over time and a single slit experiment in a moment allows scientists to observe and understand both the wave-like and particle-like behaviors of light or particles. This is important in understanding the fundamental nature of light and matter and how they behave in different situations.

5. Can the results of the double slit experiment over time and the single slit experiment in a moment be applied to other areas of science?

Yes, the results of these experiments can be applied to other areas of science, such as quantum mechanics and particle physics. The principles and behaviors observed in these experiments can help scientists to better understand and predict the behavior of particles in various situations, leading to advancements in technology and our understanding of the universe.

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