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If travelling at the same speeds, which of the following matter waves have the shortest wavelength?

(i) Electron

(ii) An alpha particle (He2+)

(iii) Neutron

(iv) Proton

 

 

Correct Answer: (ii) An alpha particle (He2+)

Explanation: According to de Broglie’s equation, the alpha particles having highest mass has shortest wavelength.