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  • Calculating the Frequency of a Photon: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to calculate the frequency of a radar photon:

    Understanding the Relationship

    * Energy and Frequency: The energy of a photon is directly proportional to its frequency. This relationship is described by Planck's equation:

    E = h * f

    Where:

    * E = energy of the photon (in Joules)

    * h = Planck's constant (approximately 6.63 x 10^-34 J*s)

    * f = frequency of the photon (in Hertz)

    Calculation

    1. Rearrange the equation to solve for frequency:

    f = E / h

    2. Plug in the given values:

    f = (6.80 x 10^-25 J) / (6.63 x 10^-34 J*s)

    3. Calculate the frequency:

    f ≈ 1.03 x 10^9 Hz

    Answer: The frequency of a radar photon with an energy of 6.80 x 10^-25 J is approximately 1.03 x 10^9 Hz.

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