Calculating the Wavelength Ratio of Kα X-Ray Lines for Copper and Molybdenum

In summary, the conversation discusses the calculation of the ratio between the wavelengths of Kα X-ray lines for copper and molybdenum, and the use of Moseley's formula to find the answer. The conversation also mentions the use of Google and Wikipedia as resources for finding formulas and information.
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Raghav Gupta
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Homework Statement



If λCu is the wavelength of Kα X-ray line of copper (atomic number 29) and λMo is the wavelength of the KαX-Ray line of molybdenum (atomic number 42), then the ratio λCuMo is close to
1.99
2.14
0.50
0.48

Homework Equations


De broglie relation λ = h/p

The Attempt at a Solution


How to calculate momentum?
Or is there some other formula?
 
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Raghav Gupta said:

Homework Statement



If λCu is the wavelength of Kα X-ray line of copper (atomic number 29) and λMo is the wavelength of the KαX-Ray line of molybdenum (atomic number 42), then the ratio λCuMo is close to
1.99
2.14
0.50
0.48

Homework Equations


De broglie relation λ = h/p

The Attempt at a Solution


How to calculate momentum?
Or is there some other formula?
There is some other formula. I google "k-alpha x-ray energy"and wikipedia tells me the answer straight away. You can do that too !
 
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BvU said:
There is some other formula. I google "k-alpha x-ray energy"and wikipedia tells me the answer straight away. You can do that too !
Oh, so that is Moseley's formula. Never seen that.
It was formula oriented , okay.
 

1. What is the ratio of wavelengths?

The ratio of wavelengths is a comparison of the lengths of two different waves. It is typically expressed as a fraction or decimal and is used to describe the relationship between two wavelengths.

2. How is the ratio of wavelengths calculated?

The ratio of wavelengths can be calculated by dividing the longer wavelength by the shorter wavelength. For example, if one wavelength is 600 nanometers and the other is 400 nanometers, the ratio would be 600/400 or 1.5.

3. Why is the ratio of wavelengths important in science?

The ratio of wavelengths is important in science because it can provide valuable information about the properties of waves. It can be used to determine the frequency, speed, and energy of a wave, which can help scientists better understand natural phenomena and develop new technologies.

4. How does the ratio of wavelengths affect the color of light?

The ratio of wavelengths can affect the color of light because different wavelengths correspond to different colors on the visible light spectrum. For example, shorter wavelengths appear as blue or violet light, while longer wavelengths appear as red or orange light. The ratio of these wavelengths determines the overall color of the light we see.

5. Can the ratio of wavelengths change?

Yes, the ratio of wavelengths can change depending on the medium through which the wave is traveling. For example, the ratio of wavelengths of visible light will change when passing through a prism, resulting in the separation of colors. Additionally, the ratio can also change when a wave enters a different medium, such as when light travels from air into water.

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