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, V, will acquire a de Broglie wavelength, λ. Which of the following de Broglie wavelengths will electrons acquire if they are accelerated through a potential difference of 4V?
(1) 4λ
(2) 2λ
(3) 2λ
(4) 4λ