Chapter 7 Quantam Mechanics Flashcards
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What technology comes from quantum mechanics?
Modern technology
Quantum mechanics
Behavior of the small. Electrons are small. We use light to work with them.
Light
Electromagnetic radiation.
Vertical waves
Electric
Horizontal waves
Magnetic
Amplitude
Height of wave. Intensity of light
Wavelength (Lambda)
Distance covered by wave.
Frequency (v)
of waves in a period of time. Direct correlation to energy.
Hz
v=nu frequency or cycles/second
Relationship between amplitude, wavelength, and frequency.
v=c/lambda
Describe the characteristics of Microwaves, Radar, and TV/Radio waves
Infrared end of the spectrum. Long wavelength, Low frequency, Low energy
Describe the characteristics of Gamma Rays and X-Rays
Ultra-Violet end of the spectrum. Short wavelength, High frequency, High energy.
Planck’s Constant
6.63 x 10(-34) J*S
C (Speed of Light)
3 x 10(8)
v (nu)
Frequency, 1/s, Hz
Lambda -\
Wavelength, nm (1nm =10(-9)m)
Interference
Interaction between waves
Photoelectric Effect
surfaces emit electrons when a light shines on it.
Threshold Frequency
minimum amount of energy needed before electrons are emitted
equation for Energy of Photons
E(J) = nhv v= c/(lambda-) therefore, E(J)=h*c/(lambda-) (n=number of photons)
Constructive Waves
Waves join together to become larger waves
Destructive Waves
Waves cancel each other out.
Do particles behave live waves or do they go in a straight line?
Particles behave like waves
Spectra
Released light energy