In the Davisson-Germer experiment,an electron beam with a wavelength of $1.5 \ \mathring{A}$ is incident normally on a crystal with an atomic spacing of $3 \ \mathring{A}$. At what angle (in degrees) will the first maximum be formed?

  • A
    $30$
  • B
    $60$
  • C
    $90$
  • D
    $180$

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