MDCAT Physics MCQ #2579

What minimum photon energy is required for pair production?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #2579

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What minimum photon energy is required for pair production?

    • A) 1.02 MeV
    • B) 0.51 MeV
    • C) 1.53 MeV
    • D) 2.04 MeV

    Answer: 1.02 MeV

    Explanation: Pair production needs 2mc² (2×0.51 MeV). Option B is single electron mass.