An electron, starting from rest, accelerates through a potential difference of 992 V. What is the final de Broglie wavelength of the electron, assuming that its final speed is much less than the speed of light? Number i Units +

An electron, starting from rest, accelerates through a potential difference of 992 V. What is the final de Broglie wavelength of the electron, assuming that its final speed is much less than the speed of light? Number i Units +

Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update (No access codes included)

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

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Chapter39: Relativity

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 39.66AP

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