Is there a formula for energy associated with x-rays?

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The energy associated with x-rays can be calculated using the Planck-Einstein equation, which states that the energy (E) of a photon is equal to its frequency (f) multiplied by the Planck constant (h): E = hf. This relationship indicates that the energy of x-rays is directly proportional to their frequency and inversely proportional to their wavelength. Therefore, knowing either the frequency or wavelength allows for the calculation of x-ray energy.

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  • Understanding of the Planck constant (h)
  • Knowledge of photon frequency (f)
  • Familiarity with the concept of wavelength
  • Basic grasp of electromagnetic radiation principles
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Is there a formula to work out the energy associated with x-rays when i have a frequency and wavelength?
 
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Come on, dagg3r. Open your book--it's in there.

I'm closing this thread because it is just a copy of your other one.
 


Yes, there is a formula for calculating the energy associated with x-rays. It is known as the Planck-Einstein equation, which states that the energy (E) of a photon is equal to its frequency (f) multiplied by the Planck constant (h): E = hf. This means that the energy of x-rays is directly proportional to their frequency, and inversely proportional to their wavelength. Therefore, if you have the frequency and wavelength of an x-ray, you can use this equation to calculate its energy.
 

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