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A proton when accelerated through a potential difference of $V$, has a de-Broglie wavelength $\lambda$ associated with it. If an $\alpha$-particle is to have the same de-Broglie wavelength $\lambda$, it must be accelerated through a potential difference of
PhysicsDual Nature of MatterTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2012
Options:
  • A $\frac{V}{8}$
  • B $\frac{V}{4}$
  • C $4 \mathrm{~V}$
  • D $8 \mathrm{~V}$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $\frac{V}{8}$
$\lambda_p=\lambda_\alpha$
$(m q V)_p=(m q V)_\alpha$
Potential difference
$V_\alpha=\frac{V}{8} \quad\left[\begin{array}{c}\because m_\alpha=4 m_p \\ q_\alpha=2 q_p\end{array}\right]$

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