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Diffraction grating

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A diffraction grating is an optical component with a periodic structure that diffracts light into several beams. The grating consists of multiple closely spaced slits or grooves, which can be either reflective or transmissive. When light waves encounter the grating, they are scattered at specific angles according to the principles of wave interference, producing a spectrum of colors.

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