Lecture 6: Light and Quantum Theory Flashcards
1
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Light is a
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moving wave of energy
2
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light consists of
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2 perpendicular oscillation fields
3
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quantum
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smallest discrete quantity of a particular form of energy
4
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photons
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packs of light
5
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blackbody radiation description
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opaque nonreflective object emitting light @ high temp
6
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Wave Particle Duality
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light is both a wave and a particle
7
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crest
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highest point of oscillation
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trough
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lowest point of oscillation
9
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node
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where amplitude =0
10
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amplitude
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height of crest of depth of trough
11
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wavelength and frequiency are
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inversely proportional
12
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all waves
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travel at the same speed
13
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energy and frequency are
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directly proportional
14
Q
1 J is ? of the energy needed to do what
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1/4, raise the temp of 1ml water by 1c
15
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1 J is the amount of energy a ? bulb gives of in how long
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1 watt, 1 sec
