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Ismatter wave travel faster than velocity of light?
Exploring Matter Waves: Velocity vs. Speed of Light | OldSurprised
In summary, the conversation is discussing whether matter waves can travel faster than the velocity of light. The OP suggests that using the De Broglie wavelength and frequency, it is possible for matter waves to exceed the speed of light. The other person asks for more clarification and the OP mentions reading about it in a book. No specific book is mentioned.
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Can you tell us anything about why and/or how you are thinking about it? E.g. have you read it anywhere, and if so, a link to the source would be helpful...akashpandey said:Ismatter wave travel faster than velocity of light?
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I think what the OP means is that if you take the De Broglie wavelength h/mvγ and multiply by the frequency mc2γ/h, you get c2/v which is more than c. I also would like some more clarity as to exactly why this isn't a problem.
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Yes i read this in my bookDennisN said:
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Which book?akashpandey said:
FAQ: Exploring Matter Waves: Velocity vs. Speed of Light | OldSurprised
What are matter waves and how are they related to light?
Matter waves are a concept in quantum mechanics that describes how particles, such as electrons and protons, can also exhibit wave-like behavior. This is known as wave-particle duality, and it is related to light because both matter and light can behave as both particles and waves.
What is the difference between velocity and the speed of light?
Velocity is a measure of an object's speed and direction, while the speed of light is a specific constant speed that light travels at in a vacuum. The speed of light is considered the fastest possible speed in the universe and is approximately 299,792,458 meters per second.
How are matter waves affected by the speed of light?
The speed of light plays a crucial role in the behavior of matter waves. According to the de Broglie wavelength equation, the wavelength of a matter wave is inversely proportional to its velocity. Since the speed of light is constant, the wavelength of matter waves will change as their velocity changes.
What is the importance of exploring matter waves?
Exploring matter waves is essential because it helps us better understand the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics and the behavior of particles at the subatomic level. This knowledge has practical applications in various fields, such as technology, medicine, and materials science.
How does the velocity of matter waves compare to the speed of light?
The velocity of matter waves can vary depending on the type of particle and its energy. However, no matter wave can travel faster than the speed of light. This is a fundamental principle of relativity and is supported by numerous experiments and observations.