Comparing 1 eV Electron & Photon: Similarities & Differences

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The discussion focuses on comparing a 1 eV electron and a 1 eV photon, highlighting key differences and similarities. An electron is classified as a particle with mass, while a photon is a wave with no rest mass but possesses mass equivalent. Both entities participate in electromagnetic interactions, demonstrating their fundamental roles in physics. Additionally, the de Broglie wavelength of the electron can be calculated for further comparison with the photon.

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I have a question that will most likely be on my exam next week, and I am quite sure if my answer is right.

Compare a 1 eV electron and 1 eV photon. List the similarities and differences.

For differences there's a lot, but the main ones are an electron is a particle and a photon is a wave, an electron has a mass while a photon only has a mass equivalent.

I need similarities but i don't know what they are, so can anyone help me.
 
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F.B said:
I have a question that will most likely be on my exam next week, and I am quite sure if my answer is right.

Compare a 1 eV electron and 1 eV photon. List the similarities and differences.

For differences there's a lot, but the main ones are an electron is a particle and a photon is a wave, an electron has a mass while a photon only has a mass equivalent.

I need similarities but i don't know what they are, so can anyone help me.

Calculate the de Broglie wavelength of the electron, and compare with photon.

Both participate in EM interactions - http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/particles/expar.html#c2

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/particles/expar.html#c5
 

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