In the quantum mechanical treatment of the hydrogen atom, the probability of finding an electron at any point is proportional to the wave function $\varPsi$ .

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The wave function for the hydrogen atom is proportional to the probability density, not probability. The probability density is proportional to the square of the wave function, so the correct expression is Ψ².

In the Quantum Mechanical Treatment of the Hydrogen Atom, the Probability