To find the dimensional formula of Planck's constant (h), we can use the equation E=hν, where E is energy and ν is frequency.
- Rearrange the formula: h=νE
- Identify Dimensions:
- Energy (E): Work done = Force × Distance. Dimensions = [ML2T−2].
- Frequency (ν): Inverse of time period. Dimensions = [T−1].
- Calculate Dimensions of h:
[h]=[T−1][ML2T−2]=[ML2T−2−(−1)]=[ML2T−1]
Alternatively, the unit of Planck's constant is Joule-second (J⋅s).
[J⋅s]=[ML2T−2]×[T]=[ML2T−1]
Note: Planck's constant has the same dimensions as Angular Momentum.