
What do they mean that energy is quantized? - Physics Forums
Aug 24, 2013 · The discussion centers on the concept of quantized energy, particularly in the context of electromagnetic radiation and the photoelectric effect. Participants clarify that …
Understanding Quantized Values - Learn Examples & Concepts
Oct 23, 2006 · Quantized values refer to discrete quantities that cannot be subdivided beyond a certain limit, as discussed in the forum. Examples include photons as the smallest units of …
Is There Evidence for Quantized Space in the Universe?
Aug 29, 2013 · The discussion centers on the theoretical concept of quantized space in the universe, specifically questioning whether space itself can be divided into discrete units, such …
Quantized vs. Continuous Variables - Physics Forums
Dec 17, 2008 · I'm trying to follow an argument in Pauling's Introduction to QM w/applications to chemistry. He is a bit hand-wavy at parts, and I wanted to see if anyone could clarify. So we …
Is the kinetic energy of a particle quantized? - Physics Forums
Jul 19, 2018 · The kinetic energy of a particle is not quantized in general; it is only observable for free particles where the energy spectrum is continuous. In bound systems, while total energy …
Why Is It Called Space Quantization in Quantum Mechanics?
Apr 3, 2011 · Finally, if it is "just" the angular momentum projection that's quantized, why is it called space quantization? Is this some sort of mild misnomer, or are the implications of …
Energy of free particle not quantized? - Physics Forums
Apr 18, 2012 · The energy of a free particle is continuous, not quantized, which aligns with classical physics principles. A free particle can possess any kinetic energy, while particles …
What does it mean to be 'quantized'? • Physics Forums
Aug 11, 2007 · The term 'quantized' refers to the concept that certain physical properties, such as light, exist in discrete units or "chunks" rather than in a continuous spectrum. For instance, …
What does it mean to quantize a field • Physics Forums
Apr 12, 2013 · Is there an English translation of what this means? Like for instance, is this tantamount to taking the classical continuous field and endowing it with a "quantum"---that is, a …
How can energy be quantized with E=hv - Physics Forums
Sep 18, 2009 · Quantum oscillator levels are quantized and the energy differences are just n*hv. Such oscillators are permanently coupled to charges. When an electron changes its level in an …