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Schrödinger equation

SHROH-ding-er ih-KWAY-zhun

ˈʃroʊdɪŋər ɪˈkweɪʒən

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Schrödingerequation

Dictionary meaning

The fundamental equation of non-relativistic quantum mechanics that describes how the wavefunction evolves over time.

Examples

  • The Schrödinger equation predicts the probability distribution of a particle's position.

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