Is it possible for two bosons to occupy the same quantum state explain?

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The discussion revolves around the properties of bosons, specifically focusing on the symmetric combination of wavefunctions and the implications for occupancy of quantum states. The original poster seeks clarification on demonstrating the exchange symmetry characteristic of bosons and questions whether two bosons can occupy the same quantum state.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants explore the concept of symmetry in wavefunctions and provide examples of commutative properties in multiplication and addition to illustrate the idea of indistinguishability of particles.

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Some participants have offered guidance on manipulating the wavefunction to demonstrate symmetry, while others have provided analogies to clarify the concept. The discussion is ongoing, with various interpretations being explored.

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The original poster expresses confusion about the problem and seeks tips for the first part, indicating a potential lack of foundational understanding or missing information regarding the properties of bosons.

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Show that the symmetric combination of two single particle wavefunction

Gab(r1,r2)=Ga(r1)Gb(r2)+Ga(r2)Gb(r1)

where G is psi ( i don't have symbol on my computer)

displays the exchange symmetry characteristics of bosons (equation

G(r1,r2)=G(r2,r1))

Is it possible for two bosons to occupy the same quantum state explain?

Please give me some tips how to do first part of the problem. I am totally lost
 
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Just write r2 where you had r1 and also write r1 where you had r2.
You get the same result.
 
Let's use 2 simple examples:

5 * 6 = 30. Ok but 6*5 also = 30.
So when you are multiplying 2 things together, it doesn't matter what order you write them in. You get the same result.

Also:
4 + 3 = 7. But 3 + 4 also = 7.
Similar to multiplication. It doesn't matter what order you write the numbers in. You get the same result.
 
You can also interchange particles among coordinates. You should get the same result.

Daniel.
 

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