An Electron Is Trapped in an Infinite Potential Well

question 15

Multiple Choice

An electron is trapped in an infinite potential well.The minimum value of its energy is 5.00 eV.What is the quantum state of the electron if its energy is 20.0 eV?

• A)2
• B)3
• C)4
• D)5

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