Photoelectric effect and Compton Scattering statements.

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The discussion revolves around distinguishing between the Photoelectric Effect (PE) and Compton Scattering (CS) based on specific statements. Participants analyze various statements to determine their applicability to either phenomenon or both. Key points include the conservation of energy in PE, the observation of photons in CS, and the presence of electrons as a result of both effects. Additionally, the measurement of angles is specific to CS, while low-energy photons are also associated with CS. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reasoning to support claims about these interactions.
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Provide one of the following answers: PE,CS, BOTH, OR NEITHER.

PE if the statement applies only to Photoelectric Effect.
CS if the statement applies only to Compton Scattering
BOTH if the statement applies only to both the Photoelectric Effect and Compton Scattering.
NEITHER if the statement applies to neither the Photo Electric or Compton Scattering.

I tried it and this is what I got

a)Energy is conserved in PE
b) Photons are observed before and after the interaction in CS
c)Electrons are observed as the result of the experiment in BOTH
d) Angles are measured in the experiment in CS
e)Photons with very low energies such as 5.0 to 10eV is observed in CS
f) Ionization occurs in NEITHER.

Do the statements make sense?
 
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You should show your reasoning or we cannot really tell.

eg.
how would you support the idea that energy is not conserved in CS?
 
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