An $\alpha$-particle and a deuteron are moving with velocities $v$ and $2v$ respectively. What will be the ratio of their de Broglie wavelengths?

  • A
    $1:1$
  • B
    $\sqrt{2}:1$
  • C
    $1:\sqrt{2}$
  • D
    $2:1$

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