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Homework Statement
In general, how would one calculate total probability/ in Hydrogen atom in two different states (n values)?
Homework Equations
P(r) = dP/dr = r^2R(r)^2?
The Attempt at a Solution
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The total probability of finding an electron in a specific energy level in a hydrogen atom is equal to 1. This means that the electron is guaranteed to be found in one of the energy levels within the atom.
The total probability of an electron in a hydrogen atom is calculated by summing the probabilities of finding the electron in each energy level. This can be represented by the equation P = Σ|ψn|2, where P is the total probability and ψn is the wave function of the electron in the nth energy level.
The total probability of an electron in a hydrogen atom is equal to 1 because of the normalization condition for wave functions. This means that the sum of the probabilities of all possible outcomes must equal 1, ensuring that the electron is always present in the atom.
The total probability of an electron in a hydrogen atom decreases with increasing energy levels. This is because the probability of finding the electron in a higher energy level is lower than in a lower energy level, and all probabilities must sum to 1.
No, the total probability of an electron in a hydrogen atom cannot be greater than 1. This would violate the normalization condition for wave functions and is not possible according to the laws of quantum mechanics.