Find Wavelength Homework: Solve with Plank's Constant

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In summary, the conversation is about a calculation involving the wavelength equation and a given speed in a strange unit. The final answer of .728nm is incorrect and the correct answer is .243nm. The mistake was made in using the incorrect speed, which was given as 1% of the speed of light instead of the actual speed of light. The correct speed was used in the final calculation to arrive at the correct answer.
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Homework Statement


https://imgur.com/a/9UhMA

Homework Equations


Wavelength = planks constant/ mass*velocity

The Attempt at a Solution



(6.626*10^-34)/((9.11*10^-31)(.01*10^8)) = .728nm

which is an option but they have .243nm as the answer and I don't know where I did it wrong or what I needed to convert.
 
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What does the speed 0.01c mean to you?
 
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Noreturn said:
.728nm
which is an option
Look again.
 
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OH didn't even notice that it's a weird unit on the .728.

So .01 means it's going 1% the speed of light.
 
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Noreturn said:
So .01 means it's going 1% the speed of light.

Yes
 
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So where did I do the math wrong?
 
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Noreturn said:
So where did I do the math wrong?

The speed of light is 3*10^8 m/s

What is 1% of that?

Is that the speed you used in your calculation?
 
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Oh perfect, thank you I don't know how I didn't catch that.
 

FAQ: Find Wavelength Homework: Solve with Plank's Constant

What is Plank's Constant?

Plank's Constant is a physical constant that relates the energy of a photon to its frequency. It is denoted by the symbol "h" and has a value of 6.626 x 10^-34 joule seconds.

How do I find the wavelength using Plank's Constant?

To find the wavelength using Plank's Constant, you can use the formula: wavelength = h / (mass x velocity). Mass and velocity must be in units of kilograms and meters per second, respectively.

Why do we use Plank's Constant in calculations involving wavelength?

Plank's Constant is used in calculations involving wavelength because it helps us understand the relationship between energy and frequency of a photon. This is important in many fields of science, including quantum mechanics and spectroscopy.

What are the units for Plank's Constant?

The units for Plank's Constant are joule seconds (J·s) in the International System of Units (SI). Some other commonly used units include eV·s and erg·s.

Can Plank's Constant be measured accurately?

Yes, Plank's Constant has been measured with high precision using a variety of experimental methods. In 2019, the International System of Units redefined the kilogram in terms of Plank's Constant, further solidifying its accuracy and importance in modern science.

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