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On what scale or under which circumstances is the wave nature of matter apparent?

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On what scale or under which circumstances is the wave nature of matter apparent?

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The wave nature of matter is apparent for microscopic particles when their de Broglie wavelength is comparable to the size of an aperture, obstacle or crystal spacing. It is negligible for ordinary macroscopic objects because their wavelengths are extremely small.

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Chapter 14: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter - Intext Questions [Page 320]

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Balbharati Physics [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 14 Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Intext Questions | Q 2. | Page 320
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