An Electron Is in a One-Dimensional Trap with Zero Potential $\Psi$

question 27

Multiple Choice

An electron is in a one-dimensional trap with zero potential energy in the interior and infinite potential energy at the walls. A graph of its wave function $\Psi$ (x) versus x is shown. The value of quantum number n is:

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 2
• D) 4
• E) 8

---

Definitions:

Nature

The physical world and everything in it that is not made by human beings, including plants, animals, and landscapes.

Nurture

The influence of environmental factors on one's physical and psychological development, as opposed to genetic factors.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner, an American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

Language Acquisition

The method through which people develop the ability to notice, create, and apply words for the purposes of understanding and interaction.