The maximum kinetic energy given to the electron in a Compton scattering event plays a role in

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The maximum kinetic energy given to the electron in a Compton scattering event plays a role in the measurement of gamma-ray spectra using scintillation detectors. The maximum is referred to as the Compton edge. Suppose that the Compton edge in a particular experiment is found to be 520 keV. What were the wavelength and energy of the incident gamma rays?

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Modern Physics

ISBN: 9781429250788

6th Edition

Authors: Paul A. Tipler, Ralph Llewellyn

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