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JEE Main 2025Wave Optics Question with Solution

JEE Main 2025 (28 Jan Shift 2)

Question

Which of the following phenomena can not be explained by wave theory of light?

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Correct answer
ACompton effect

Step-by-step explanation

Compton effect refers to scattering of a photon by free electrons. This phenomenon provides an evidence for particle nature of light.

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