Help with Normalizing Wave Function Symbol (x) = -Ae^(σx^2/x^2)

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To normalize the wave function ψ(x) = -A(e^(σ)x^2)/x^2, the key step is to integrate the absolute square of the function over all space. The exponentials can simplify the normalization process, as the x^2 terms in the exponent can cancel out. The user is advised to confirm the correct form of the wave function to ensure accurate calculations. Once the correct function is established, the integration will yield a value for A that allows for normalization. This process is essential for verifying the wave function's validity in quantum mechanics.
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hello I am just starting some revition for my exams and havr come across this wave funchion and i don't no how to normerlise it i really need some help with this.

it is the wave function symbol (x) = -Ae^(σx^2/x^2)

what i need to know is how to intergrate it to find a value for A to see if the function can be normerlised

p.s I am dyslikeix and this thing dosen't have a spell check if u need any info please ask and ill do my best

thanks

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Are you saying that the wave function you need to normalize is:

\psi (x) = -A e^{\frac{\sigma x^2}{x^2}}

If so, then it shouldn't be that hard to normalize, since the x^2's in the exponent cancel, leaving just a constant function. Are you sure this is the function, or is there a typo in your above post?
 
sorry its A(e^(sigma)x^2)/x^2 that was a typo is that better ?
 
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