The Quantum Wavefunction Explained

Here I explain what they are and show a visualization of what they look like, and show how they are similar to many other waves we are familiar with.

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[JavierSalcedoC]

I don't always make jokes about Quantum Physics, but when I do, I don't

[pkang]

My word, I've watched many introductory lay-men quantum physics videos on YouTube, but this one explains the wave function so clearly and provides insight into the deeper details. Thanks so much!

[melm]

Glad to see you pointing out superposition isn't just a quantum phenomena... so many people get hung up on the idea but it's so basic, especially when you talk about it using water or music waves

[sebastianclarke]

Well done on another beautifully detailed yet concise window into the inner workings of nature. One of your finest yet!

[hritakshtripathi]

i haven't studied anything like this yet, but the video has me on my guards

[QuantumAD]

This is what I was looking for, easy diagram easy explanation. This is the best video I could find 🎉🎉🎉.

[imamastermind]

Thank you for making this video! I've been trying to understand this concept since a week! Now its all clear!

[benco]

These are best videos on quantum physics.

[brianegendorf]

I always describe it as, imagine a single math equation that is basically a recipe book that explains how to make every possible recipe in every possible kitchen, using every possible oven, at every possible temperature, at every possible cooking time, using every ingredient possible in every container possible, and every possible spice.

[mrcookimonster]

Thank you for explaining the little individual signs and symbols!

[Mathcambo]

The teacher is really good. I will learn from. I will make a video following the teacher to share with everyone.

[MaliceInWonderland]

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[Chunat]

Would you please post about optics/photonics too? I'm learning a lot of stuffs in a very clear way than I did in the classroom for hours and hours some years back. Thank you so much!

[michaelzap]

Brilliant. Just as i thought what wave function is. It confirms th idea hanging around my brain for long time.

[Dileswarsahu]

Always the best 👍💯 work on physics is in Dos

[eeohee]

I wish I had this video during my first graduate class in complex analysis...

[radha]

I have a question is Gravity a Fictitious force could u please make a video about

[drewhanna]

I think what would help me to understand this would be to know why we need or want to have a wave function. Understanding purpose would help me to understand what the wave function is better.

[floydmaseda]

Does a wavefunction actually have to be C^2, or can it satisfy Schrodinger's equation as a distribution? Particularly if the potential function is not continuous (e.g. a dirac delta potential), why would we expect the wavefunction itself to be continuous?

[ztduido]

Perfect explanation! Thanx for clarity