Which consequence results when spatial coherence degrades laser cutting?

💡 Explanation

Spatial coherence ensures a focused spot; laser cutting leverages coherence for energy density. Loss of coherence causes beam divergence due to diffraction, rather than direct melting behavior; thus, kerf width increases because the energy spreads, therefore reducing cutting precision.

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