Question: The first-order (x)-ray diffraction of monochromatic (x) rays from a crystal occurs at angle (theta_{1}). The crystal is then compressed, causing a slight reduction in

The first-order \(x\)-ray diffraction of monochromatic \(x\) rays from a crystal occurs at angle \(\theta_{1}\). The crystal is then compressed, causing a slight reduction in its yolume. Does \(\theta_{1}\) increase, decrease, or stay the same? Explain.

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