De-Broglie Hypothesis
The de Broglie hypothesis, proposed by Louis de Broglie in 1924, suggests that matter consists of both particle-like and wave-like properties, known as matter waves. This hypothesis can be applied to both microscopic and macroscopic particles.
Some critical aspects of the de Broglie hypothesis include:
Wave-Particle Duality: De Broglie’s hypothesis demonstrated that wave-particle duality was not just an unusual behavior of light but a fundamental principle of nature
De Broglie Wavelength
The wavelength of a matter wave can be calculated using the relation.
λ = h/m.v
where,
- h is Planck’s Constant
- m is Mass of Particle
- v is Velocity of Particle
Quantization of Angular Momentum: De Broglie’s hypothesis and Bohr’s early quantum theory led to the development of a new theory of wave quantum mechanics to describe the physics of atoms. This theory provided a rationale for the quantization of angular momentum in atomic orbitals.
Dual Nature of Matter
Dual Nature of Matter states that a matter exhibits both Particle Nature and Wave Nature. It means that when a matter is at rest it behaves like a particle and when it is moving it behaves like wave. Different Experiments have been performed to prove this by the science community.
In this article, we will look into this theory and understand the dual nature of matter. We will also learn the experiments that proved the dual nature of matter.
Table of Content
- What is Dual Nature of Matter
- Particle Nature of Light
- Compton Scattering
- Davisson and Germer Experiement
- Wave Nature of Matters
- De-Broglie Hypothesis
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