How Do You Calculate the Effective Mass of an X-ray Photon?

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To calculate the effective mass of an X-ray photon, the momentum can be determined using the formula p = h/λ, where h is Planck's constant and λ is the wavelength. For a 0.33 nm X-ray photon, the momentum is calculated to be 2.009E-24 kg·m/s. The effective mass can be derived from the relationship mc² = p·c, leading to the conclusion that the effective mass is related to the momentum and the speed of light. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between momentum and mass in the context of photons. This approach simplifies the calculation of effective mass for X-ray photons.

Apr 4, 2005

whitetigerboy56

OK ... i figured out the momentum, however i need help with find the mass. anyone know how?

What is the momentum of a 0.33 nm X-ray photon?
2.009E-24 kg · m/s
What is its effective mass?
_________ kg

thanks

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Apr 4, 2005

dextercioby

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h\frac{c}{\lambda}=mc^{2} is all u need to know...

Daniel.

Apr 5, 2005

whitetigerboy56

Dude... Thanks

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