How to calculate the energy in gamma photons

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Start date Oct 10, 2018
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To calculate the energy of gamma photons moving in opposite directions from the same origin, one must consider the formula E = hγ, where E is energy, h is Planck's constant, and γ is the Lorentz factor. The discussion emphasizes the importance of having specific data about the photons or the process that generated them, as a formula alone cannot provide answers without input values. Understanding mass invariance in relativity is crucial for accurate calculations. The conversation highlights the need for context and details regarding the photons in question. Accurate energy calculation requires both theoretical knowledge and empirical data.

Oct 10, 2018

Amanuel

how do I calculate the energy of to photons moving in the opposite direction. starting from the same origin.

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Oct 10, 2018

berkeman

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E = hγ ?

Oct 11, 2018

Amanuel

I mean using just the mass invarians of relativity

Oct 11, 2018

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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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