A Wave Packet Can Represent a Quantum Particle Because

question 42

Multiple Choice

A wave packet can represent a quantum particle because

• A) it has the localized nature of a particle.
• B) the group velocity is identical to the speed of the particle.
• C) the waves that compose the packet can show interference and diffraction.
• D) of all of the above.
• E) of only (a) and (b) above.

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