How to calculate the energy in gamma photons

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The discussion centers on calculating the energy of gamma photons using the formula E = hγ, where E represents energy, h is Planck's constant, and γ (gamma) is the Lorentz factor. Participants emphasize the necessity of having specific data regarding the photons or the processes that generated them to apply this formula effectively. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding mass invariance in relativity when dealing with photon energy calculations.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Planck's constant (h)
  • Familiarity with the Lorentz factor (γ)
  • Knowledge of mass invariance in the context of relativity
  • Basic principles of photon behavior in physics
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  • Learn about the production mechanisms of gamma photons
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how do I calculate the energy of to photons moving in the opposite direction. starting from the same origin.
 
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E = hγ ?
 
I mean using just the mass invarians of relativity
 
Amanuel said:
I mean using just the mass invarians of relativity
If you have no data to use as input, a formula will not help. What do you know about these photons or about the process that produced them?
 

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