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Reshma
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Could some please explain me how quantum tunneling works?
Quantum tunneling is a phenomenon in which particles can pass through barriers that would normally be impossible to penetrate based on classical physics principles.
Quantum tunneling occurs when a particle's wave function extends beyond a potential barrier, allowing it to appear on the other side without having to physically pass through the barrier.
Energy is a key factor in quantum tunneling, as particles need enough energy to overcome the potential barrier in order to tunnel through it.
Quantum tunneling has a variety of applications, including scanning tunneling microscopy, which allows for atomic-scale imaging of surfaces, and tunnel diodes, which are used in electronic circuits.
Quantum tunneling challenges our traditional understanding of physics and the laws of nature. It has also been used to explain certain phenomena, such as radioactive decay and nuclear fusion, that were previously unexplained by classical physics.