In Compton scattering from stationary electrons the largest change in wavelength that can occur is: A)2.43 *10^-15 m B)2.43 *10^-12 m C)2.43 * 10^-9 m D)dependent on the frequency of the incident light E)dependent on the work function

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The largest change in wavelength in Compton scattering is given by the Compton wavelength shift formula, which is 2.43 x 10^-12 m for a photon scattering at 180 degrees.

In Compton Scattering from Stationary Electrons the Largest Change in Wavelength