daivinhtran said:λ = h/(mv)
so, if the velocity is negative, how could the wavelength be negative??
Wave behavior of matter refers to the way in which particles of matter can exhibit wave-like properties, such as interference and diffraction, in certain situations.
Classical particle behavior describes the movement and interactions of particles as discrete, solid objects. In contrast, wave behavior of matter describes the motion of particles as waves, with properties such as wavelength and frequency.
All matter, including both particles and larger objects, can exhibit wave behavior. However, the effects are most noticeable at the microscopic level, such as with electrons and atoms.
Wave behavior of matter has many practical applications, such as in medical imaging (using X-rays and ultrasound), electron microscopy, and material characterization techniques.
When waves interact with matter, they can be absorbed, reflected, or transmitted depending on the properties of the material. The behavior of waves can also be affected by the shape and structure of the material they are traveling through.