Which of the Following Statements About Quantum Tunneling Is True

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about quantum tunneling is true?

• A)It is used in modern electronics,and,in fact,our modern-day computers would not work without it.
• B)It plays a crucial role in nuclear fusion in the Sun.
• C)It allows electrons and other subatomic particles to pass through wall-like energy barriers even when it seems they do not have enough energy to get through the barriers.
• D)Although it has been observed to occur,it violates all other known laws of nature,and explaining it therefore represents a major challenge to physicists.
• E)A,B,and C are true,but D is not

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