Understanding Planck's Quantum of Action for Beginners

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around understanding Planck's constant and its application in the photoelectric effect, particularly in the context of a university project. Participants explore resources and foundational topics for learning about quantum physics as it relates to the experiment.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks guidance on where to begin learning about Planck's constant and quantum physics for a university project involving the photoelectric effect and reverse voltage method.
  • Another participant requests more information about the original poster's educational background to provide better assistance.
  • A participant mentions the need to write a scientific paper on the photocell experiment and expresses interest in resources rather than direct answers.
  • Some participants suggest researching the "photoelectric effect," "Einstein's Nobel Prize," and "Planck's blackbody curve," indicating these topics may be foundational for understanding the experiment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for foundational knowledge in quantum physics and suggest specific topics for research, but the discussion remains unresolved regarding the best resources or methods for learning.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not established a clear framework for the level of understanding required or the specific expectations for the university project, which may affect the guidance provided.

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So, I am doing a Uni project with Planck's constant. What I need to do is determine Planck´s "quantum action" with help from the Photo effect and reverse voltage method. The thing is that I have never learned Quantumphysics or stuff like that. So, what and where should I begin to learn?

(Sorry if this question doesn't belong here, first time writing in this forum)
 
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Is there a formal description of what is expected from you?
You have offered no description of your level of schooling (it is very difficult to help in this circumstance)
What do you want to learn from this experience?
 
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So, I need to make a scientific paper about this photocell experiment, where you need to determine the Plank's constant with the help of the photo effect and reverse voltage method. I am at the university but this is supposed to be an introductory work for quantum physics. What I am exactly looking for are not answers but places, books, or main topics for a better understanding of the experiment. I have never studied quantum physics but already learned electrostatics.

(Sorry is my first time writing in a forum so I don't know if I am doing it right)
 
(You are doing fine.) Have you researched the "photoelectric effect" and "Einstein Nobel Prize" and Planck blackbody curve ? Wikipedia does OK on these I think.
 
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hutchphd said:
(You are doing fine.) Have you researched the "photoelectric effect" and "Einstein Nobel Prize" and Planck blackbody curve ? Wikipedia does OK on these I think.
hmmm, I am going to do that. Thanks, mate.
 

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