The graph in FIGURE EX40.15 shows the potential-energy function U(x) of a particle. Solution of the Schrödinger equation finds that the n = 3 level has E 3 = 0.5 eV and that the n = 6 level has E 6 = 2.0 eV. Redraw this figure and add to it the energy lines for the n = 3 and n = 6 states.

Hey everyone. So this problem is dealing with potential energy diagrams. Let's see what it's asking us consider the potential energy function U of X of a particle. As illustrated in this figure by solving the Schrodinger equation. It is determined that the two quantum states have energy of E sub four equals 1.2 electron volts and E sub seven equals 2.8 electron volts were asked to redraw the figure to include the graph's energy lines representing these N equals four and N equals seven stains. And so this problem is actually pretty straightforward as long as we can recall how to interpret this potential energy figure. And so on the X axis is our position, you can see X in units of nanometers. And then on the y axis, we have our potential energy in units of electron golds. And so the quantum state energies are straight lines at those energy levels. And so E four at 1.2 electron volts will be somewhere you know, just above this one ev hash line. Let me mark that E four and then E 72.8 ev will be just below that three electrons Hallmark IE of seven and that's all we need to do for this problem. I hope that one helped. We'll see you in the next video.

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The graph in FIGURE EX40.15 shows the potential-energy function U(x) of a particle. Solution of the Schrödinger equation finds that the n = 3 level has E₃ = 0.5 eV and that the n = 6 level has E₆ = 2.0 eV. Redraw this figure and add to it the energy lines for the n = 3 and n = 6 states.

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Step 1: Understand the problem. The graph provided shows the potential-energy function U(x) of a particle. The task is to redraw the graph and add horizontal lines representing the energy levels for n=3 (E₃ = 0.5 eV) and n=6 (E₆ = 2.0 eV). These energy levels correspond to the solutions of the Schrödinger equation.

Step 2: Identify the axes of the graph. Typically, the x-axis represents the position (x), and the y-axis represents the potential energy U(x). Ensure you understand the shape of the potential-energy curve provided in the figure.

Step 3: Draw the potential-energy curve U(x) as shown in the original figure. Carefully replicate the curve's features, such as peaks, valleys, or flat regions, to ensure accuracy.

Step 4: Add horizontal lines to represent the energy levels. For n=3, draw a horizontal line at E₃ = 0.5 eV. For n=6, draw another horizontal line at E₆ = 2.0 eV. These lines should be parallel to the x-axis and positioned at the corresponding energy values on the y-axis.

Step 5: Label the energy levels on the graph. Clearly mark the lines as 'n=3, E₃ = 0.5 eV' and 'n=6, E₆ = 2.0 eV' to indicate their significance. Ensure the graph is neat and all elements are properly labeled for clarity.

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Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Potential Energy Function

The potential energy function U(x) describes how the potential energy of a particle varies with its position x. In quantum mechanics, this function is crucial for determining the behavior of particles in a potential well, influencing their allowed energy levels and wave functions. Understanding the shape of U(x) helps visualize how particles can be confined or allowed to move freely within certain regions.

Schrödinger Equation

The Schrödinger equation is a fundamental equation in quantum mechanics that describes how the quantum state of a physical system changes over time. It allows for the calculation of wave functions, which provide information about the probability of finding a particle in a particular state or position. The solutions to this equation yield quantized energy levels, such as E₃ and E₆ in the question, which correspond to specific states of the system.

Quantum Energy Levels

Quantum energy levels refer to the discrete energy states that a quantum system, such as an electron in an atom, can occupy. These levels arise from the quantization of energy due to boundary conditions imposed by the potential energy function. In the context of the question, E₃ and E₆ represent the energy values for the n=3 and n=6 states, respectively, indicating that the particle can only exist at these specific energy levels within the potential well.

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The graph in FIGURE EX40.15 shows the potential-energy function U(x) of a particle. Solution of the Schrödinger equation finds that the n = 3 level has E3 = 0.5 eV and that the n = 6 level has E6 = 2.0 eV. Redraw this figure and add to it the energy lines for the n = 3 and n = 6 states.

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The graph in FIGURE EX40.15 shows the potential-energy function U(x) of a particle. Solution of the Schrödinger equation finds that the n = 3 level has E₃ = 0.5 eV and that the n = 6 level has E₆ = 2.0 eV. Redraw this figure and add to it the energy lines for the n = 3 and n = 6 states.