Ground state energy of a vee-box using the uncertainty principle?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around estimating the ground state energy of a vee-box, specifically a v-shaped potential well, using the uncertainty principle. Participants seek clarification on the concept and its implications in quantum mechanics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about estimating the ground state energy of a vee-box using the uncertainty principle.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on what a vee-box is.
  • A different participant suggests that the term "vee-box" may refer to a v-shaped potential well.
  • The original poster confirms that they were indeed referring to a v-shaped potential well.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus on the estimation method for the ground state energy, and participants express uncertainty regarding the terminology used.

Contextual Notes

There is a lack of detailed definitions and assumptions regarding the vee-box and its application within the uncertainty principle framework.

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anyone happen to know how to estimate the ground state energy of a vee-box using the uncertainty principle?
 
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ee7klt said:
anyone happen to know how to estimate the ground state energy of a vee-box using the uncertainty principle?


What is a vee-box?
 
Norman said:
What is a vee-box?
Could ee7klt be referring to a v-shaped potential well?
 
sorry, that was what i meant-a v-shaped potential well
 

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