Which of the following formulas has the correct units for the linear momentum of a photon?
A)hc/$\lambda$
B)c/n
C)l/$\lambda$
D)$\lambda$/h
E)None of these is correct.

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The linear momentum of a photon is correctly given by the formula $p = \frac{h}{\lambda}$, where $p$ is the momentum, $h$ is Planck's constant, and $\lambda$ is the wavelength of the photon. None of the options provided correctly represents this formula.

Which of the Following Formulas Has the Correct Units for the Linear