The equation E=hf describes the energy of each photon in a beam of light. If Planck’s constant, h, were larger, would photons of light of the same frequency be more energetic or less energetic. Be sure to explain using at least 3 content related sentences.

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The equation E=hf describes the energy of each photon in a beam of light.  If Planck’s constant, h, were larger, would photons of light of the same frequency be more energetic or less energetic.  Be sure to explain using at least 3 content related sentences.

johnnyq · Answer

They would be less energetic.  Photon energy is proportional to frequency so once you know the energy, you can calculate it from the formula given.  Planck’s constant is always the same number so it won’t increase.