De Broglie Wavelength of an Electron · Irodov #6.1

Physics · quantum-mechanics

Problem

Find the de Broglie wavelength of an electron accelerated through a potential difference of V=100  VV = 100\;\text{V}. Compare with an electron at V=10  kVV = 10\;\text{kV} (where relativistic corrections become noticeable).

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