Electron Volt Flashcards
1
Q
How can you derive the electron volt (eV)
A
V = energy/charge = E/e = E = eV
2
Q
What is an electron volt?
A
The energy of an electron accelerated through a p.d of 1V.
3
Q
What does 1eV equal?
A
1.6x10^-19 J
4
Q
How do you convert eV to Joules?
A
x 1.6x10^-19
5
Q
How do you convert Joules into eV?
A
Divide by 1.6x10^-19
6
Q
How do you convert MeV into Joules?
A
x 1.6x10^-13
7
Q
How do you convert Joules into MeV?
A
Divide by 1.6x10^-13
8
Q
Convert 2eV into Joules
A
3.2x10^-19
