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The Wavelength Calculator determines the wavelength of electromagnetic radiation based on the energy difference between quantum states using the formula λ = hc/ΔE, where h is Planck's constant and c is the speed of light.
The calculator uses the wavelength formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the wavelength of photons emitted or absorbed during electronic transitions between energy levels in atoms and molecules.
Details: Calculating wavelength from energy differences is fundamental in spectroscopy, quantum chemistry, and understanding atomic and molecular transitions. It helps identify elements and compounds through their spectral signatures.
Tips: Enter the energy difference in joules (J). The value must be positive and greater than zero. The calculator will compute the corresponding wavelength in meters.
Q1: What units should I use for energy difference?
A: The calculator requires energy difference in joules (J). If you have energy in electronvolts (eV), convert to joules first (1 eV = 1.602×10⁻¹⁹ J).
Q2: Can I calculate energy difference from wavelength?
A: Yes, you can rearrange the formula to ΔE = hc/λ if you need to calculate energy from wavelength.
Q3: What is the range of typical wavelength values?
A: Wavelengths can range from picometers (gamma rays) to kilometers (radio waves), depending on the energy difference.
Q4: Why is Planck's constant important?
A: Planck's constant relates the energy of a photon to its frequency, forming the basis of quantum mechanics.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is theoretically exact for single photons, though real-world measurements may have experimental uncertainties.