Photon Momentum
p = h / λ
What it says
Computes the momentum of a photon from its wavelength using the Planck constant. Equivalent to the de Broglie relation p = h / λ applied to light.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
p | Photon momentum (kg·m/s) | M L T^-1 |
λ | Wavelength (m) | L |
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