Magnification can be accomplished with a hologram when viewed with light that has a
A)longer wavelength than the original light.
B)shorter wavelength than the original light.
C)neither for holograms cannot be magnified.

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Magnification with a hologram occurs because of diffraction patterns created by interference of light waves. If the viewing light has a longer wavelength, the diffraction pattern will be spread out more and result in magnification. Conversely, shorter wavelengths will lead to smaller diffraction patterns and a decrease in magnification. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. Option B would lead to a decrease in magnification, and option C is incorrect as holograms can be magnified.

Magnification Can Be Accomplished with a Hologram When Viewed with Light