Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Science for Women, Professor Dr. Sameera Naji Khdim, the Continuing Education Unit, in collaboration with the Department of Physics, organized a workshop entitled “Quantum Mechanics: Its Concepts and Importance.” The workshop was presented by Dr. Ali Dawood Salloum from the Department of Physics and was attended by a number of faculty members and staff. It was held in Dr. Amina’s Hall.The workshop aimed to introduce the principles of quantum mechanics, its significance, and its key applications in interpreting physical phenomena and in the field of communications.The presentation clarified several fundamental concepts in quantum mechanics, including:Quantum (Quantization): This concept indicates that energy and matter are not continuous but exist in discrete units or “quanta” that cannot be further divided—such as the quantized energy levels of electrons.Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle: This principle states that it is impossible to simultaneously know both the exact position and momentum (speed) of a particle with complete precision.Wave-Particle Duality: Tiny particles like electrons can exhibit both particle-like and wave-like behavior.Wave Function: A mathematical equation that expresses the probability of finding a particle in a certain location, without specifying its exact position.Pauli Exclusion Principle: This principle asserts that no two electrons within an atom can occupy the same quantum state simultaneously.Quantum Superposition Principle: This principle implies that a particle can exist in two or more states at once until it is observed or measured.The significance of quantum mechanics lies in its pivotal role in understanding atoms, molecules, light, modern electronics, quantum computing, and quantum chemistry.The workshop featured interactive discussions and inquiries, all of which were addressed and clarified by Dr. Ali. The event was well received by the attendees, who expressed appreciation for the valuable and informative content presented.
