 Particle in a one-dimensional lattice (source code)

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= Particle in a one-dimensional lattice
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A quantum particle in a one-dimensional lattice experiences a periodic potential. Bloch states organize its spectrum into bands and gaps; the <Kronig-Penney model> realizes this behavior with an idealized array of barriers or narrow delta barriers.

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