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An electron, an `alpha`-particle and a proton have the same kinetic energy. Which of these particles has the largest de-Broglie wavelength?

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To determine which particle among an electron, an alpha particle, and a proton has the largest de-Broglie wavelength when they all have the same kinetic energy, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the de-Broglie Wavelength Formula**: The de-Broglie wavelength (λ) is given by the formula: \[ \lambda = \frac{h}{p} ...
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