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Physics - Wave Particle Duality

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Overview

Explore the fundamental concepts of wave-particle duality in this comprehensive physics lecture series. Delve into the intricacies of blackbody radiators and the photoelectric effect, gaining a thorough understanding of their principles and applications. Examine the Compton effect and its implications for particle physics, and investigate the groundbreaking concept of de Broglie wavelength. Uncover the mysteries of quantum mechanics through an in-depth study of the Schrödinger equation and its significance in describing quantum systems. Conclude by grasping the revolutionary Heisenberg uncertainty principle and its profound impact on our understanding of the quantum world. Through this extensive 2.5-hour lecture series, develop a solid foundation in the wave-particle duality theory that underpins modern physics.

Syllabus

Waves and Particles A1 Blackbody Radiators and the Photoelectric Effect.
Waves and Particles A2 Blackbody Radiators and the Photoelectric Effect.
Waves and Particles A3 Blackbody Radiators and the Photoelectric Effect.
Waves and Particles A4 Blackbody Radiators and the Photoelectric Effect.
Waves and Particles B1 Compton Effect.
Waves and Particles B2 Compton Effect and De Broglie Wavelength.wmv.
Waves and Particles B3 Compton Effect and De Broglie Wavelength.
Waves and Particles B4 De Broglie Wavelength.
Waves and Particles C1 Schrodinger Equation.
Waves and Particles C2 The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle.

Taught by

Dr Juan Klopper

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