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Published on: August 13, 2026
If travelling at same speeds, which of the following matter waves have the shortest wavelength?
A
Electron
B
Alpha particle ( 
)
)
C
Neutron
D
Proton
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
if v is same, then higher the value of m means lower will be the value of 
.
Name | Electron | Proton | Neutron | - particle () |
Mass/u |
Thus, 
- particle has the largest mass i.e., shortest wavelength.
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