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Hi guys, let's see f=1/λ right? E = hf so f=h/E ==> λ =E/h?? E=hc/λ ==> λ=E/hc? Which part did i get it mixed up?
Understanding the Relationship between Energy, Frequency, and Wavelength
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The discussion focuses on the relationships between energy (E), frequency (f), and wavelength (λ) in physics, specifically using the equations E = hf and λ = c/f. Participants clarify the correct algebraic manipulations, emphasizing that frequency is not simply the inverse of wavelength (f ≠ 1/λ). The correct relationships are established as λ = hc/E and f = E/h, highlighting common misconceptions in the algebraic transformations of these fundamental equations.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of the Planck constant (h)
- Familiarity with the speed of light (c)
- Basic knowledge of wave equations
- Algebraic manipulation skills
- Study the derivation of the wave equation and its applications
- Learn about the Planck-Einstein relation in detail
- Explore the implications of energy quantization in quantum mechanics
- Investigate the relationship between frequency and wavelength in different mediums
Students of physics, educators teaching wave mechanics, and anyone interested in the fundamental principles of light and energy relationships.
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