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JEE Main 2025 (24 Jan, Shift 2) · Quantum Numbers, X-rays & Other Questions

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Quantum Numbers, X-rays & Other Questions

The energy E and momentum p of a moving body of mass m are related by some equation. Given that c represents the speed of light, identify the correct equation

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Answer: (c)

  1. Relativistic energy-momentum relation: E2=p2c2+m2c4E^2 = p^2c^2 + m^2c^4 (with mm the rest mass).
  2. Check: for p=0p = 0, E=mc2E = mc^2; each term has units of energy squared, which rules out the other options.
  3. So the answer is (c).
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