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(a)
Calculate the values for
(a)
Answer to Problem 21P
The values for
Explanation of Solution
Hydrogen atom is in the
Write the expression for normalized wave function for
Here,
Substitute
Substitute
Conclusion:
Thus, the values for
(b)
Calculate the values for
(b)
Answer to Problem 21P
The values for
Explanation of Solution
The value of square of magnitude of wave function is calculated below by subtituing in the expression.
Substitute
Conclusion:
Thus, the values for
(c)
Calculate the values for
(c)
Answer to Problem 21P
The values for
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for
Substitute
Conclusion:
Thus, the values for
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