De Broglie Wavelength

Definition

The de Broglie wavelength is the wavelength associated with a moving particle, such as an electron. It relates the particle's momentum to its wavelength and demonstrates the wave-particle duality concept in quantum mechanics.

Related terms

Wave-particle Duality: The concept that particles can exhibit both wave-like and particle-like behavior.

Uncertainty Principle: A fundamental principle in quantum mechanics stating that there is inherent uncertainty in simultaneously measuring certain pairs of physical properties (such as position and momentum) with high precision.

Electron Diffraction: The phenomenon where electrons behave as waves and produce interference patterns when passing through narrow slits or diffracting objects.