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A photon undergoes Compton scattering through an angle of 90&deg;. What is the increase in its wavelength? Take h/(m<sub>e</sub>c) = 2.43 pm.

Answer: 2.43 pm.

  • A 2.43 pm
  • B 1.22 pm
  • C 0 pm
  • D 4.86 pm

Correct answer: A. 2.43 pm

Explanation: The Compton wavelength shift is &Delta;&lambda; = h/(m<sub>e</sub>c)(1 - cos&theta;). For &theta; = 90&deg;, cos&theta; = 0, so &Delta;&lambda; = 2.43 pm.

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Concept context

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