University Physics with Modern Physics, Volume 1 (Chs. 1-20) and Mastering Physics with Pearson eText & ValuePack Access Card (14th Edition)
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Chapter 40, Problem 40.22DQ
To determine
Whether the wave function being non zero outside the barrier means the particle splits into two parts when it strikes the barrier.
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