Quantum Mechanics - Two analogies to help you understand QM and quantum numbers.
Sep 02, 2025•8 min•Ep. 88
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In this episode:
- What is Quantum mechanics
- Analogy 1 - Stairs vs Escalator
- Analogy 2- Homemade coffee vs Automated barista coffee
- Quantum numbers and their relevance to electrons
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