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Atomic Structure: de Broglie MCQ

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de BroglieMediumQuestion 600207

Question

The de Broglie wavelength of a particle with momentum p is:
  1. A
    λ = h/p
    Correct
  2. B
    λ = hp
  3. C
    λ = h/mv²
  4. D
    λ = p/h

Correct answer

λ = h/p

Explanation

de Broglie wavelength: λ = h/p = h/(mv). Gives wave character to all matter particles.

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