If the Wave Function for a Free Electron Is Given

question 42

Multiple Choice

If the wave function for a free electron is given by Ψ = A sin kx + B cos kx, and the electron has a speed of 5.2 x 10⁶ m/s, what is the value for k?

• A)1.9 x 10^-7 m^-1 m^-1
• B)1.2 x 10^-6 m^-1
• C)7.2 x 10⁹ m^-1
• D)4.5 x 10¹⁰ m^-1
• E)3.8 x 10¹¹ m^-1

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