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shubhajit said:1.in the attached file see the fig 8.5 What is the the physical reason,for which ahe amplitude of the wave function is larger in between x=0 & x= a ?
2.what is the reason for choosing a wave packet to describe a particle ?
shubhajit said:1.in the attached file see the fig 8.5 What is the the physical reason,for which ahe amplitude of the wave function is larger in between x=0 & x= a ?
2.what is the reason for choosing a wave packet to describe a particle ?
A potential well is a region in space where the potential energy of a particle is lower compared to the surrounding areas. This creates a "well" or a dip in the potential energy landscape, causing particles to be trapped in the well.
A potential well is created by applying a force or potential that is higher in the surrounding areas compared to the desired well. This can be achieved through various methods such as gravitational or electric fields.
A wave packet is a localized disturbance or "packet" of energy that travels through space as a wave. It is a combination of multiple waves with different frequencies and amplitudes that overlap and interfere with each other, creating a distinct shape or form.
In a potential well, particles are confined to a specific region and can only move within the boundaries of the well. This creates a wave packet as the particles exhibit wave-like behavior within the well, with different frequencies and amplitudes corresponding to their energy levels.
Potential wells and wave packets are fundamental concepts in quantum mechanics and play a crucial role in understanding the behavior of particles at a microscopic level. They are used to describe the behavior of particles in confined spaces and their interactions with external forces, leading to a better understanding of quantum phenomena and technologies such as transistors and lasers.