How Do You Normalize the Wavefunction Ψ(x) in Quantum Mechanics?

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Guey

Homework Statement


State from the wavefunction:

Ψ(x) = ∫(dk/2π) f(k) uk(x)

Calculate the normalization <Ψ|Ψ>

Homework Equations


<Ψ|Ψ> = ∫|Ψ(x)|^2 dx

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Well I know the relevant equations, but I am not sure how to compute the integral in order to start normalizing.
Would like a little guidance
 
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Guey said:
Well I know the relevant equations, but I am not sure how to compute the integral in order to start normalizing.
Would like a little guidance
As per PF rules, you have to give some indications of what you have tried.

Also, you should state what ##f(k)## and ##u_k(x)## are.