Q67 / 90 · JEE Main 2022 (25 Jul Shift 2) · Physics

The ratio of wavelengths of proton and deuteron accelerated by potential Vp and Vd is 1:2. Then, the ratio of Vp to Vd will be

  • A
    1:1
  • B
    2:1
  • C
    2:1
  • Correct answer
    D
    4:1

Solution

Kinetic energy gained by a charged particle accelerated by a potential V is qV

KE=qV

Using relation between momentum and kinetic energy

⇒p22 m=qV⇒p=2mqV

We know that momentum of charged particle is p=hλ.

Thus, λ=h2mqV

Now, λpλd=mdVdmpVp

⇒12=2VdVp⇒VpVd=4

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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