Time dependent schrodinger equation and wave function

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The discussion revolves around the time-dependent Schrödinger equation and the associated wave function. Participants are exploring how to determine the appropriate function A(p) that satisfies the Schrödinger equation after demonstrating that a wave equation meets the criteria.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants are attempting to identify the correct form of A(p) that will satisfy the Schrödinger equation. There is also a discussion about the use of LaTeX for mathematical expressions and the appropriateness of sharing images of their work.

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The conversation is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on the sharing of work and discussing the clarity of mathematical notation. Some guidance has been offered regarding the format of posting equations, but no consensus has been reached on the specific form of A(p).

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There are mentions of difficulties with LaTeX and the preference for direct uploads of images rather than links to external sites. Participants are also navigating the rules of the forum regarding homework submissions.

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1. Homework Statement
p: momentum
x: position
t: time
h_bar: Planck's constant
Ψ: wave function

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


I've posted a link to pictures. http://imgur.com/a/TKvUu
I'm not vera good at using LaTex yet :(
So I've shown that the wave equation satisfied the schrödinger equation, but I'm not sure how to find which A(p) will also satisfy the Schrödinger equation? Any pointers?
 
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PhysicsKid0123 said:

Homework Statement


p: momentum
x: position
t: time
h_bar: Planck's constant
Ψ: wave function

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


I've posted pictures. I'm not vera good at using LaTex yet :(

So I've shown that it has satisfied th Schrödinger equation, but I'm not sure how to find which A(p) satisfy

No picture appears. You do not necessarily need to know or use LaTeX (although you should learn to do so); just typing it in text is OK, if you use, say, x^2 for ##x^2##, etc., You also need to be careful to use parentheses, so that you can distinguish between ##\frac{a}{bc}## and ##\frac{a}{b} c## (so, write a/(bc) for the first and (a/b)c for the second---rather than a/bc, which could mean either).
 
Ray Vickson said:
No picture appears. You do not necessarily need to know or use LaTeX (although you should learn to do so); just typing it in text is OK, if you use, say, x^2 for ##x^2##, etc., You also need to be careful to use parentheses, so that you can distinguish between ##\frac{a}{bc}## and ##\frac{a}{b} c## (so, write a/(bc) for the first and (a/b)c for the second---rather than a/bc, which could mean either).
Updated, thanks. Is it okay to post pictures of my work to show my attempt?
 
PhysicsKid0123 said:
Updated, thanks. Is it okay to post pictures of my work to show my attempt?

I would never, ever, look at work that requires me to apply for membership to a website in order to view the images. Either upload it directly to PF from your own computer (as an attachment, for example) or type it out.
 

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