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The linear momentum of a 3 MeV photon is...

The linear momentum of a 3 MeV photon is

A

0.01eV - s /m

B

0.02eV - s /m

C

0.03eV - s /m

D

0.04 eV - s /m

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The correct Answer is:
A
Momentum `(P) =E/c`
`=(3xx10^(6) xx1.6 xx10^(-19))/(3xx10^8)=0.01 eVsec//m`
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