Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bloch
Noun
/blÉ’k/
Definition
Bloch refers to a type of localized wave function that describes certain properties of particles, particularly in quantum physics.
Examples
- The Bloch theorem is a fundamental concept in understanding electron behavior in crystals.
- Researchers studied the Bloch states to understand how materials conduct electricity.
Meaning
In physics, particularly in the field of solid-state physics, a Bloch function is used to represent the wave functions of electrons in a periodic potential, such as those found in crystals.
Synonyms
- Localized wave function
- Bloch state
