Abstract

For many students, the conceptual learning of quantum mechanics can be rather painful owing to the counter-intuitive nature of quantum phenomena. In order to enhance students' understanding of the odd behaviour of photons and electrons, we introduce a computational simulation of the Mach-Zehnder interferometer, developed by our research group. An example of an instruction session based on the use of the virtual Mach-Zehnder interferometer is also presented. (Contains 11 figures.)

Citation

Pereira, A., Ostermann, F. & Cavalcanti, C. (2009). On the Use of a Virtual Mach-Zehnder Interferometer in the Teaching of Quantum Mechanics. Physics Education, 44(3), 281-291. Retrieved March 27, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/71755/.

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Keywords

• College Science
• Computer Uses in Education
• Laboratory Equipment
• Light
• Measurement Equipment
• Mechanics (Physics)
• Quantum Mechanics
• Science Experiments
• Science Instruction
• Scientific Principles
• Secondary School Science
• simulation