A Quantum Particle

question 24

Multiple Choice

A quantum particle:

• A)can be localised in space.
• B)can be represented by an infinitely long wave having a single frequency.
• C)can be represented by a wave packet.
• D)travels at the phase speed of the infinitely long wave having the highest frequency.
• E)has the highest probability of being present in those regions of space where its component waves interfere destructively.

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Definitions:

Acetylcholine Agonist

A substance that mimics the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory and muscle contraction.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including muscle movement, heart rate, memory, and learning.

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A stimulant drug found in tobacco products, which is highly addictive and affects the nervous system.

GABA

A neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission, playing a key role in regulating neuronal excitability and anxiety.