In a Compton Scattering Experiment, the Scattered Photon Has a Wavelength

question 26

Multiple Choice

In a Compton scattering experiment, the scattered photon has a wavelength of 6.55 pm. If the scattering angle is 50°, what was the wavelength of the incident photon?

• A) 5.68 pm
• B) 7.42 pm
• C) 3.28 pm
• D) 0.868 pm
• E) 2.43 pm

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