Physics (10th Edition)

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Chapter 29 - Particles and Waves - Check Your Understanding - Page 835: 11

Answer

It's de Broglie wavelength decrease

Work Step by Step

The de Broglie wavelength is define as: $wavelengh$ $=$ $h$$/$ $p$ $=$ $h/mv$ The free falling stone is accelerates , meaning its speed increases , which by definition , $decreases$ the de Broglie wavelength.
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