Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Wave-particle duality

Wave-particle duality — practice question

(a)[2]

State what is meant by the de Broglie wavelength.

(b(i))[5]

An electron starts from rest in a vacuum and is accelerated through a potential difference of $4.7\,\text{kV}$. Calculate the de Broglie wavelength of the accelerated electron.

(b(ii))[2]

Using your answer to part (i), suggest why these electrons may help in understanding crystal structure.

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