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Quantum & Atomic Physics

Wave Function

A complex-valued mathematical function containing all the physical information about the state of an isolated quantum mechanical system.

ψ(x, t) = A e^(i (k x - ω t)) m^(-3/2) (in 3D space)
Quantum & Atomic Physics

Wave-Particle Duality

The fundamental quantum mechanical principle stating that every subatomic entity exhibits both wave-like and particle-like behavior…

E = h ν, p = h / λ Dimensionless Concept