Compton Shift Flashcards
1
Q
What is the formula for Compton shift?
A
λ’ - λ = (h/mc)(1 - cosθ)
λ’ = wavelength of scattered photon
λ = wavelength of initial photon
m = mass of electron
c = 3.0 × 10^8m/s
2
Q
What happens when a photon and an electron collide?
A
Momentum is conserved, which means total momentum before collision equals total momentum after collision.
3
Q
Relate the wavelength of a particle to its momentum.
A
λ = h/P
Where P = momentum = mv
