Chapter 10, Problem 10.37E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation corresponding to the statement that the kinetic energy operator part of the Schrödinger equation is a derivative whereas the potential energy operator part of the Schrödinger equation is simply “multiplication times a function $V$” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

In quantum mechanics, the wave function is given by $\Psi$. The wave function contains all the information about the state of the system. The wave function is the function of the coordinates of particles and time. The square of the probability function, ${\left|\Psi \right|}^2$, relates to the probability density.