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    • Question

      An electron and a proton are accelerated by the same

      potential difference. Which one has a longer de Broglie wavelength?
      A Proton Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Electron Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Both same Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Depends on charge sign Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      When an electron and a proton are accelerated through the same potential difference, they both gain the same kinetic energy (since K.E. = qV, and both have equal magnitude of charge). The de Broglie wavelength is given by: λ = h / √(2mK.E.) For equal kinetic energy:

      • λ ∝ 1 / √m
      Since the electron has a much smaller mass than the proton, it will have a longer de Broglie wavelength.

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