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ERIC Number: EJ318885
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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On the Genesis of Ladder Operators.
Sannigrahi, A. B.
Journal of Chemical Education, v62 n3 p205 Mar 1985
The concept of operators plays a vital role in formulating the basic principles of quantum mechanics. However, the selection of a particular operator in textbooks may seem arbitrary to students. Therefore, a theorem is presented which provides the necessary guideline for the choice of ladder operators. (JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Quantum Mechanics, Science Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Ladder Operators