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Wavefunction

A wavefunction, in quantum mechanics, is a mathematical description of the quantum state of a particle or system of particles.

Usage

  • Noun: The wavefunction provides information about the probability distribution of a particle.
  • Verb: To wavefunction is to describe the behavior of a particle using quantum mechanics.

Senses

  1. Quantum Mechanics: The mathematical representation of the state of a particle or system of particles.
  2. Physics: A function that describes the behavior of a wave in space or time.

Examples

  1. Noun: The wavefunction of an electron in an atom determines its energy level.
  2. Verb: The scientist attempted to wavefunction the complex interactions between the particles.

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