Electrons motion at de broglies wavelength

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When an electron moves with a specific de Broglie wavelength, its motion is influenced by that wavelength, particularly in terms of velocity. The relationship between wavelength and momentum is expressed in the equation λ=h/p, where p is momentum. By rearranging this equation, it can be shown that velocity varies inversely with wavelength, expressed as v=h/mλ. This indicates that as the wavelength changes, the electron's velocity will also change. The discussion confirms that the understanding of this relationship is correct.
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Homework Statement


When an electron moves with a certain de Broglies wavelength, does any aspect of the electrons motion vary with the wavelength.


Homework Equations


λ=h/p
p=mv

The Attempt at a Solution


Ok so I realize that under certain conditions electrons wavelike properties can be viewed. I also realize that he associated the momentum p with wavelength as in the equation λ=h/p. So using algebra v=h/mλ and therefore I could see how electrons motion could vary because depending on the wavelength it will move with different velocity. So am I on the right track or what.
 
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