Analogy with Light: Total Internal Reflection & Quantum Tunneling

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The discussion establishes a clear analogy between total internal reflection and quantum tunneling, specifically referencing "frustrated total internal reflection" as a key concept. Participants confirm the correct spelling of "tunneling" in the context of the discussion. The relationship between these two phenomena is highlighted as a significant point of interest in understanding optics and quantum mechanics.

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Is there an analogy between total internal reflection and quantum tunneling? And did I spell tunnelling right?
 
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actionintegral said:
Is there an analogy between total internal reflection and quantum tunneling?
Yes, look up "frustrated total internal reflection".
And did I spell tunnelling right?
Yes, but only once. :wink:
 

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