X-rays have a wavelength small enough to image individual atoms, but are challenging to detect because of their typical frequency. Suppose an X-ray camera uses X-rays with a wavelength of 3.10 nm. Calculate the frequency of the X-rays. Be sure your answer has the correct number of significant digits.

X-rays have a wavelength small enough to image individual atoms, but are challenging to detect because of their typical frequency. Suppose an X-ray camera uses X-rays with a wavelength of 3.10 nm. Calculate the frequency of the X-rays. Be sure your answer has the correct number of significant digits.

College Physics

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

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Chapter22: Reflection And Refraction Of Light

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