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In which year did Louis de Broglie propose that matter particles have wave-like properties?

1924

What is the formula for de Broglie wavelength of a matter particle?

λ=hmv\lambda = \frac{h}{mv}

What is wave-particle duality?

Both wave & particle properties exist

Who experimentally confirmed de Broglie's prediction in 1927?

Davisson & Germer, and Thomson

What is the formula for photon momentum?

p=hλp = \frac{h}{\lambda}

What type of interference occurs in dark regions of a diffraction pattern?

Destructive (out of phase)

For diffraction to be measurable, what must the ratio λw\frac{\lambda}{w} typically be?

0.01 or greater

Why don't everyday objects like cricket balls show wave behavior?

Wavelength too small to observe

What is the relationship between wavelength and momentum in de Broglie's equation?

Inverse: higher pp → shorter λ\lambda

Which value of Planck's constant should be used for de Broglie wavelength calculations?

6.63×10346.63 \times 10^{-34} J\cdots

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