Scattering from finite square barrier

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The discussion focuses on deriving the relationship between coefficients in quantum scattering from a finite square barrier. The key equations involve boundary conditions leading to the expression \(\frac{A+B}{A-B}=\frac{k_1}{k_2}\frac{C+D}{C-D}=\frac{k^2_1}{k^2_2}\). Participants highlight the importance of substituting \(C-D\) with \(\frac{k_1(A-B)}{k_2}\) and \(C+D\) with \(A+B\) to simplify the equations. The specific values of \(k_2 L=\frac{\pi}{2}\) are also noted as critical in the analysis.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics, specifically wave functions and boundary conditions.
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  • Knowledge of the finite square barrier model in quantum physics.
  • Proficiency in algebraic manipulation of equations involving complex numbers.
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Homework Statement


Use the boundary conditions to show that

[itex]\frac{A+B}{A-B}=\frac{k_1}{k_2}\frac{C+D}{C-D}=\frac{k^2_1}{k^2_2}[/itex]

Homework Equations


[itex]A+B=C+D[/itex] and [itex]k_{1}A- k_{1}B = k_{2}C- k_{2}D[/itex]

[itex]C e^{i k_{2}L}+D e^{- ik_{2}L} = F e^{i k_{1}L}[/itex] and [itex]k_{2}C e^{ ik_{2}L}- k_{2}D e^{-i k_{2}L} = k_{1}F e^{i k_{1}L}[/itex]

[itex]k_2 L=\pi/2[/itex]

The Attempt at a Solution


I find

[itex]\frac{A+B}{A-B}=\frac{k_1}{k_2}\frac{C+D}{C-D}[/itex]

but cannot seem to find

[itex]\frac{k^2_1}{k^2_2}[/itex]

Its probably really simple.
Bob
 
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k_1(A-B)=k_2(C-D)
Use this to replace (C-D) in the last equation, and replace (C+D) by (A+B) in the numerator.
 

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