1 Dimentional Schrodinger equation

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The discussion focuses on solving a one-dimensional Schrödinger equation for a given wave function, ψ(x) = A(a^2-x^2) within the defined region. Participants are tasked with graphing the wave function, determining the normalization constant, calculating the probability of finding the particle between specific limits, and verifying that the wave function satisfies the Schrödinger equation for a specified potential energy function. The normalization constant was found to be A = (√15)/4√a^5, and the probability of locating the particle between x = 0 and x = a/2 is approximately 39.4%. The thread seeks clarification on the verification process for part d of the problem.
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Homework Statement


Consider the one dimensional wave funciton give below.
a) Draw a graph of the wave function for the region defined.
b) Determine the value of the normalization constant
c) what is the probability of finding the particle between x = 0 and x = a/2
d) show that the wave function is a solution of the non-relativistic wave equation (Schrodinger equation) for the potential energy function give below.
ψ(x) = A(a^2-x^2) for -a < x < +a
ψ(x) = 0 for x< -a and x > a
U(x) = -((h bar)^2/ma^2)(x^2/(a^2-x^2))

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


a)
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b)

a
∫ ψ(x)^2 dx =1
-a

a
∫ (A(a^2-x^2))^2 dx = 1
-a

A = (√15 )/4√a^5

c)
39.4%

d)I was given the question without answer, some help verifying my answer would be appreciated!
 
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for part d, do I just do this?:
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