Answer
The wave function is the "probability amplitude" for the particle.
Work Step by Step
In essence, it represents the possibilities that can happen in the quantum system.
This is discussed on page 610.
Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)
by Hewitt, Paul G.
Published by
Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10:
0321909100
ISBN 13:
978-0-32190-910-7
Chapter 32 - Reading Check Questions (Comprehension) - Page 613: 16
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