Calculate UV and IR Photon Energy: 320nm & 5000nm Wavelengths

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The discussion focuses on calculating the energy of UV and IR photons at specific wavelengths. A UV photon at 320 nm has an energy of 6.22 x 10^-19 Joules, capable of breaking chemical bonds. In contrast, an IR photon at 5000 nm has an energy of 3.98 x 10^-20 Joules, which can only induce vibrations in chemical bonds. Participants confirm the calculations and express appreciation for the assistance provided. Understanding these energy levels is crucial for applications in chemistry and physics.
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A UV photon can break chemical bonds, but an IR photon can only cause vibration in the bonds. Calculate the energy associated with these processes by assuming a wavelength of 320 nm for the UV photon and a wavelength of 5000 nm for the IR photon.

I got...

UV photon: E = 6.22 x 10-19Joules

IR photon: E = 3.98 x 10-20Joules

Thanks!
 
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Math Is Hard said:
A UV photon can break chemical bonds, but an IR photon can only cause vibration in the bonds. Calculate the energy associated with these processes by assuming a wavelength of 320 nm for the UV photon and a wavelength of 5000 nm for the IR photon.

I got...

UV photon: E = 6.22 x 10-19Joules

IR photon: E = 3.98 x 10-20Joules

Thanks!

It looks OK.
 
Thanks, ehild! I wasn't sure I remembered how to do those correctly.
 

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