De Broglie Wavelength by Velocity
The de Broglie wavelength is the wavelength associated with a massive particle in motion according to quantum mechanics.
The de Broglie wavelength equals the Planck constant divided by the product of the particle's mass and speed.
Formula
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| symbol | description | physical quantity |
|---|---|---|
| λ | wavelength | "Wavelength" |
| m | mass | "Mass" |
| v | velocity | "Speed" |
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