The De Broglie Wavelength of Buckyballs (Buckminsterfullerene,C₆₀)has Been Observed Experimentally $\times$

question 6

Multiple Choice

The de Broglie wavelength of buckyballs (buckminsterfullerene,C₆₀) has been observed experimentally.If a C₆₀ molecule (1.20 $\times$ 10^-24 kg) has a velocity of 220 m/s,what is its de Broglie wavelength?

• A)2.52 pm
• B)2.52 fm
• C)2.52 m
• D)1.20 pm
• E)5.22 m

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