Electrons accelerated through a potential difference,

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Particles and radiation · Particles and radiation

Problem

Electrons accelerated through a potential difference, VV, will acquire a de Broglie wavelength, λ\lambda. Which of the following de Broglie wavelengths will electrons acquire if they are accelerated through a potential difference of 4V? (1) λ4\frac{\lambda}{4} (2) λ2\frac{\lambda}{2} (3) 2λ2\lambda (4) 4λ4\lambda

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