Quantum Mechanics (Symbols)

Symbols related to quantum mechanics.

wave_function

The wave function is a complex-valued quantity describing the quantum state of an isolated quantum system.

Links:

  1. Wikipedia.

Symbol:

psi

Latex:

\(\psi\)

Dimension:

1/sqrt(length)

probability_density

The probability density, or probability amplitude, is a real number that provides a relationship between the quantum state vector of a system and the results of observations of that system. It is the likelihood of finding an object or system in a particular state at a particular position and time.

Links:

  1. Wikipedia.

  2. AK Lectures.

Symbol:

rho

Latex:

\(\rho\)

Dimension:

1/length