Angular Momentum - Hydrogen (Quick Question)

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The discussion centers on the Dirac notation used in quantum mechanics, specifically in the context of the hydrogen atom's wavefunction. Participants clarify that is standard Dirac notation, but the specific use of is ambiguous and warrants further inquiry with the professor. Understanding this notation is crucial for grasping quantum states and their representations in quantum mechanics.

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In my class my professor used the wavefunction <r|jjjj> when discussing the hydrogen atom.

Does anyone know what this refers to, or just describe it briefly so I could find search for some resources online.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Are you just confused with the notaion <r|j> or what? Now that notation, it is called Dirac notation. But WHY you have <r|jjjj> i don't know, there are many ways to label things as you know and you should ask your professor about this.
 

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