Whats the point particle energy due to its referance frame ?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of using an infinitely small particle as its own reference frame to calculate kinetic and potential energy. Participants conclude that in its own reference frame, a particle has zero kinetic energy due to its stationary state. Potential energy, however, is dependent on the reference frame and can vary based on the position of other objects in relation to the particle. The conversation highlights the complexities of quantum mechanics and the challenges in defining energy states for particles at the quantum level.

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  • #31
I was asked Drakkith cause he answered No.And I don't know why
 
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  • #32
RyanH42 said:
You said No.But we get zero so actually we used referance frame to find an answer.If I am saying something wrong its normal cause I am awake over 23 hour.

I guess nothing's wrong with calculating the kinetic and potential energy of the particle in its own frame, but the fact that you will always get zero means that it isn't very useful.
 
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  • #33
Ok,Now I feel better.Thanks
 

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