Principle

In the Michelson arrangement interference will occur by the use
of 2 mirrors. The wavelength is determined by displacing one mirror
using the micrometerscrew.

Benefits


discover the essence of the Physics Nobel Prize of 1907

lead to experimental findings that only special relativity
theory could explain

pre setup of the critical components makes for short
preparation time


Tasks

Determination of the wavelength of the light of the used
laser.

What you can learn about


Interference

Wavelength

Refractive index

Velocity of light

Phase

Virtual light source