As a particle travels faster, its de Broglie wavelength
A)increases.
B)decreases.
C)remains constant.
D)could be any of the given answers; it depends on other factors.

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The de Broglie wavelength is inversely proportional to the particle's momentum. As the particle's speed increases, its momentum also increases, which in turn decreases its de Broglie wavelength.

As a Particle Travels Faster, Its De Broglie Wavelength