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Physics

Wave Function

Quick fact

The wave function itself cannot be directly measured—only its square, which gives the probability of finding a particle in a given location.

Why this is interesting

Imagine a particle that isn't just a tiny ball but also a spread-out wave of possibilities. How can something be both at once? The answer lies in the wave function.