Compton Scattering
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers Compton scattering, focusing on the photon-electron collision process, its significance as evidence for the photon theory of light, and the relationship between wavelength change and scattering angle. It includes the Compton scattering equation, exam tips, common mistakes to avoid, and final exam focus areas like conservation laws and particle nature of light.
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Question 1 of 10
A photon 🌠 collides with a free electron. What happens to the photon's energy after the collision?
Increases
Decreases
Stays the same
Becomes kinetic