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A particle moving with kinetic energy E has de Broglie wavelength λ . If energy ΔE is added to its energy, the wavelength become λ2 . Value of ΔE, is:
PhysicsDual Nature of MatterJEE MainJEE Main 2020 (09 Jan Shift 1)
Options:
  • A E
  • B 4E
  • C 3E
  • D 2E
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 3E
λ=h2KEmλ1KE
λλ2=KEfKEi
4KEi=KEf
ΔE=4KEi-KEi=3KE=3E

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