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Quantum Mechanics: Particle in a 2D Box with 3D Plot

Dot Physics via YouTube

Overview

Explore quantum mechanics through a comprehensive tutorial video on the particle in a 2D box problem, complete with a 3D plot visualization. Begin with a brief review of the 1D case before delving into the 2D version. Learn how to solve for time dependence, tackle the space component, and address both x and y parts of the equation. Understand the importance of normalization in quantum mechanics. Gain practical skills by implementing the solution using Python, and discover the concept of degeneracy in quantum systems. Conclude with an examination of contour plots to better visualize the results. This 33-minute video by Dot Physics offers a step-by-step approach to mastering this fundamental quantum mechanics problem, providing both theoretical understanding and practical application.

Syllabus

- Intro
- 1D review
- 2D version
- Solving time dependence
- Space part
- Solving the x part
- Solving the y part
- Normalization
- Python
- Degeneracy
- Contour plot

Taught by

Dot Physics

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