. If an electron’s position can be measured to a precision of 2.0 x10-8mwhat is the uncertainty in its momentum?Assuming its momentum must be at least equal to itsuncertainty, estimate the electron’s wavelength.

. If an electron’s position can be measured to a precision of 2.0 x10-8mwhat is the uncertainty in its momentum?Assuming its momentum must be at least equal to itsuncertainty, estimate the electron’s wavelength.

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