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The wave function ψ in the Schrodinger wave equation represents


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Probability of the electron

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Amplitude of the wave

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Frequency of the wave

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Speed of the wave

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Solution

The correct option is B

Amplitude of the wave


ψ represents amplitude of the wave. Wave Function, in quantum mechanics variable quantity that mathematically describes the wave characteristics of a particle. The value of the wave function of a particle at a given point of space and time is related to the likelihood of the particle’s being there at the time.


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