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Planck's Constant

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AP Physics 2

Definition

Planck's constant (symbolized as h) is a fundamental constant in quantum mechanics that relates the energy of a photon to its frequency. It is used to calculate the energy levels and behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic scale.

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