Introduction To Quantum Mechanics
Introduction To Quantum Mechanics
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ISBN: 9781107189638
Author: Griffiths, David J., Schroeter, Darrell F.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Chapter 9.1, Problem 9.1P
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The allowed energies En of an infinite square well with a “shelf,” of height V0, extending half-way across V(x)={V0(0<x<a/2)0(a/2<x<a)(otherwise) using WKB approximation. And compare the result with result from Section 7.1.2 using first-order perturbation theory.

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