A wave packet is a concept used in physics, particularly in quantum mechanics and wave theory, to describe a localized group of waves that combine to form a single entity. It exemplifies how a wave can represent a particle, illustrating the wave-particle duality of matter. Here are key characteristics and explanations related to wave packets: 1. **Superposition of Waves**: A wave packet is typically formed from the superposition (sum) of multiple sinusoidal waves with different wave numbers and frequencies.
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