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(a)
The sketch of wave function.
(a)
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The wave function contains all information about a system. The graph of wave function for state
For
Figure 1
Conclusion:
Therefore, the graph of wave function has five extrema as shown in figure 1.
(b)
The sketch of probability density function.
(b)
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The probability density function is the measure of the area under the curve of density function between the given intervals above the horizontal axis.
For
Figure 2
Conclusion:
Therefore, the graph of probability density function is shown in figure 2.
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