Classical interpretation of the Thomson experiment compared to the modern quantum perspective

[PaulinsteinAmarx]

How does the classical interpretation of the electron's behavior in Thomson's experiment compare to the modern quantum perspective?

 

[kuruman]

This sounds like an essay question that you are supposed to write. Is it?

 

[PaulinsteinAmarx]

This sounds like an essay question that you are supposed to write. Is it?

It can be dissertative or however you prefer.

 

[berkeman]

It can be dissertative or however you prefer.

He was asking you if this question is for schoolwork. Is it?

 

[PaulinsteinAmarx]

He was asking you if this question is for schoolwork. Is it?

It's not for homework. It's a discussion that my college friends and I got into and didn't know how to relate it.

 

[berkeman]

Please tell us your thoughts on the question. Thanks.

 

[kuruman]

What specific questions arose in your mind during your discussion with your friends?
What research have you done on the subject?
What do you already know about the Thomson experiment?
How much background do you have in quantum mechanics?

 

[Mister T]

How does the classical interpretation of the electron's behavior in Thomson's experiment compare to the modern quantum perspective?

Can you tell us what you mean by the classical interpretation versus the modern quantum perspective? And how that applies to the behavior Thomson observed?