Computer Simulation Dynamics of the Build-up of a Singl-Slit Diffraction Pattern Using Pseudorandom-Number Generator

Shows the possibility of computer simulation important in quantum theory of the process offormation of the diffraction pattern by microparticles passing through wall with single slit. The wave-particle duality of the microparticles is one offundamental principles of the quantum mechanics. This principle is most evident in viewing experiments on dynamics of the build-up of a diffraction pattern when microparticle passes through opaque wall with single or multiple slits. The first comprehensive research and justification of correct simulation capability for dynamics of the buildup of a diffraction pattern on an example of the screen with a single slit are performed using a pseudorandom-number generator. An algorithm of generation is developed and computer program based on this algorithm is implemented. This computer program allows generating pseudorandom-number sequence with a distribution density which coincides with the distribution density for the microparticles within the diffraction pattern.

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