Overview
The wave-like behavior of electrons is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics, illustrating that particles can exhibit both wave and particle characteristics. This duality is crucial for understanding phenomena such as interference and diffraction, which are typically associated with waves. The ...
Key Terms
Example: Light behaves as both a wave and a particle.
Example: Quantum mechanics explains the behavior of electrons in atoms.
Example: An electron with high momentum has a short De Broglie wavelength.
Example: Light waves create colorful patterns through interference.
Example: Electrons can diffract when passing through a narrow slit.
Example: You cannot know both the position and momentum of an electron exactly.
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beginnerKey Concepts
Wave-Particle DualityQuantum MechanicsDe Broglie WavelengthHeisenberg Uncertainty Principle