photon has an energy of 1.9 meV (milli electron Volt). What is the wavelength of this photon, expressed in micrometers? Keep four significant digits. Would I still use the formula E=hf or do I need to go a different route?

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A photon has an energy of 1.9 meV (milli electron Volt). What is the wavelength of this photon, expressed in micrometers? Keep four significant digits.

Would I still use the formula E=hf or do I need to go a different route?

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