Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 4th Ed + Masteringphysics: Chapters 20-35
Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 4th Ed + Masteringphysics: Chapters 20-35
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ISBN: 9780136139249
Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 38, Problem 1Q

(a)

To determine

The differences and similarities between the matter wave ψ and a wave on a string.

(a)

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Answer to Problem 1Q

Both matter wave ψ as well as a wave on a string shows the properties of a wave such as of getting diffracted.

The significant differences between a matter wave ψ and a wave on a string are tabulated below.

Explanation of Solution

Both matter wave ψ as well as a wave on a string shows the properties of a wave such as of getting diffracted.

The significant differences between a matter wave ψ and a wave on a string are tabulated below.

Matter waveWave on a string
It is a non-mechanical wave.It is a mechanical wave.
It does not involve any oscillations.It is produced through oscillations.
It refers to probability distribution.It refers to energy distribution.
It does not require medium to propagate.It requires a medium to propagate.
Its velocity depends on the velocity of matter particle.Its velocity depends on the type of medium.

(b)

To determine

The differences and similarities between the matter wave ψ and an electromagnetic wave.

(b)

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Answer to Problem 1Q

Both matter wave ψ as well as electromagnetic waves shows the properties of a wave and do not require any medium to propagate.

The significant differences between a matter wave and a wave on a string are tabulated below.

Explanation of Solution

Both matter wave ψ as well as electromagnetic waves shows the properties of a wave and do not require any medium to propagate.

The significant differences between a matter wave ψ and a wave on a string are tabulated below.

Matter waveElectromagnetic wave
It is produced through beam of particles such as electrons.It is produced through electrical and magnetic field.
It cannot propagate in vacuum.It can propagate in vacuum.
It is the propagation of information of particles.It is the propagation of electromagnetic energy.
It has variable velocity.It has constant velocity.
Its wavelength is not easily quantifiable.Its wavelength is easily quantifiable.

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