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In quantum mechanics, a wave function is a mathematical description of the quantum state of an isolated quantum system.

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describes the probability amplitude that allows for barrier penetration
The wave function of a particle does not drop to zero at a potential barrier, allowing a non-zero probability of finding the particle on the other side.
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Element of a Hilbert space
The wave function is a specific vector in a Hilbert space that describes the probability amplitude of a quantum system's state.
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mathematical representation of a quantum state
The wave function is the mathematical object that exists in a superposition of states before a measurement is performed.
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