The momentum of a photon is given by p = h/??. Suppose an

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Problem 2P

The momentum of a photon is given by p = h/??. Suppose an atom emits a photon. Which of the following photons will give the atom the biggest “kick”—the highest recoil speed?

A. An infrared photon

B. A red-light photon

C. A blue-light photon

D. An ultraviolet photon

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