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Finite Potential Well: Tunnel Effect
This lecture covers the concept of a particle in a finite potential well, discussing the Schrödinger equation solutions in different regions, the tunnel effect through a potential barrier, and the time-dependent Schrödinger equation. It explains the conditions for wave function continuity and normalization, as well as the evolution of a wave packet against a potential barrier. The implications of quantum physics on particle behavior and the limitations of classical physics are highlighted, along with open questions regarding the application of the Schrödinger equation to various physical models.