Approach to quantum mechanics problems
How to approach Quantum Mechanics problems of a particle within a rigid box
1. Potential energy function
2. Boundary and potential energy diagram
3. Evaluate using Schrödinger’s equations
a. Solve for wave function
b. Determine allowable energies
c. Normalize the wave function
d. Determine quantities
4. Evaluate the results and assure they exists within reason
1. Potential energy function
2. Boundary and potential energy diagram
3. Evaluate using Schrödinger’s equations
a. Solve for wave function
b. Determine allowable energies
c. Normalize the wave function
d. Determine quantities
4. Evaluate the results and assure they exists within reason