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if the wave function ψ(x)=R(x)eikx
then what is it conjugate, ψ*?
then what is it conjugate, ψ*?
What Is the Conjugate of the Wave Function ψ(x)=R(x)e^(ikx)?
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The conjugate of the wave function ψ(x) = R(x)e^(ikx) is ψ*(x) = R(x)e^(-ikx). In this context, R(x) is assumed to be a real-valued function. The conjugation process involves taking the complex conjugate of the exponential term, resulting in the negative exponent. This conclusion is essential for understanding the properties of wave functions in quantum mechanics.
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