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I am reading some material about compton effect. I am wondering in what reason we have to use short wavelength photon in compton scattering, why can't we use long wavelength instead?
The Compton effect, also known as Compton scattering, is a phenomenon in which a photon (particle of light) collides with an electron, causing the photon to lose energy and change direction. This was first observed by Arthur Compton in the early 20th century and was instrumental in proving the particle nature of light.
The Compton effect causes the wavelength of light to increase after it has collided with an electron. This increase in wavelength is directly proportional to the energy lost by the photon during the collision.
The energy of a photon is inversely proportional to its wavelength. This means that as the energy of a photon increases, its wavelength decreases. In the case of the Compton effect, the energy lost by the photon is directly related to the increase in its wavelength.
The Compton effect is used in various fields of research, such as X-ray crystallography and nuclear medicine. By measuring the increase in wavelength of scattered X-rays, scientists can determine the structure of molecules and study the behavior of particles in nuclear reactions.
Yes, the Compton effect can occur with other particles, such as electrons. This is known as the inverse Compton effect, in which an electron gains energy and changes direction after colliding with a photon. This phenomenon is important in understanding the dynamics of high-energy particles in astrophysical processes.