Depth of a finite square potential problem

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The discussion revolves around calculating the depth of a finite square-well potential needed to contain three energy levels for a particle with a mass of 1.88 GeV/c². Key formulas mentioned include the penetration density and energy level equations, with suggestions to use the standard parameterization for bound-state energy levels. The minimum value of the potential depth (u₀) is determined by plotting a specific function related to the energy states. Additionally, there is a recommendation to approximate the energy as if it were in an infinite well for more accurate calculations. The conversation highlights the complexity of the problem and the need for a deeper understanding of quantum mechanics principles.
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Homework Statement



Consider a finite square-well potential well of width 3.00x10-15 m that contains a particle of mass 1.88 GeV/c2. How deep does the well need to be to contain three energy levels?

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I think I have to use the formula for penetration density:

δx=(hbar)/(sqrt(2m(V0-E)))
V0=0 because the particle is inside the well.

Would I use:

En=(n-1/2)(hbar)ω to find the energy of three levels?

Then would I plug this formula back into the penetration density formula to find the penetration density?

Thank you.
 
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You know how the bound-state energy levels are calculated right?

The third bound state will be the second symmetric state.
So why not use the standard parameterization?

Plot y=v\tan v - the value of v where the second curve hits the v axis is the minimum value of u_0 to contain 3 states, and:
u_0^2 = \frac{mL^2V_0}{2\hbar}


Don't think this counts as introductory physics though.
 
I believe you need to approximate the energy as if it were in an infinite well:

E=n2(hbar2)(π2)/(2mL2)

with n=3
 
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