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Chapter 3: Problem 7

Define ground state.

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Ground state is the lowest energy state of an atom, molecule, or ion where the particle has the least energy and is considered at 'rest'.

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Defining Ground State

Ground state refers to the lowest energy state of an atom, molecule, or ion. It is the state in which the particle has the least energy and is typically considered in quantum mechanics. When a particle is in its ground state, it is at 'rest', with zero kinetic energy. However, it still possesses quantum mechanical 'zero-point energy' due to the uncertainty principle.

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