How Do You Calculate Energy Levels in a 3-D Infinite Potential Well?

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The discussion focuses on calculating energy levels in a three-dimensional infinite potential well, specifically for the second, third, fourth, and fifth energy levels. The energies are expressed in terms of the fundamental quantity Eo=π²*h²/(2mL²), where h represents Planck's constant, m is the particle mass, and L is the sidelength of the cubical box. Participants emphasize the importance of attempting the problem independently before seeking assistance, highlighting it as a standard exercise in quantum mechanics.

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  • Knowledge of Planck's constant and its significance
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For the second, third, fourth, and fifth levels of the three-dimensional cubical box, find the energies in terms of the quantity Eo=π2*h2/(2mL2), where m is the particle mass and L is the box's sidelength.
 
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Come now, this is standard homework. The reason probably why you haven't got an answer is because you've made no attempt in solving it yourself.
 

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