Operator in three level system -- Eigenvalues/Eigenvectors

In summary, an operator in a three level system is a mathematical representation of a physical process or property that acts on a quantum system. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors are mathematical concepts used to describe the behavior of an operator on a quantum system, with eigenvalues representing possible outcomes of measurements and eigenvectors representing corresponding states. In a three level system, the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of an operator represent possible energy levels and corresponding states, and they can be calculated by solving the eigenvalue equation using various techniques. In quantum mechanics, eigenvalues and eigenvectors are important for predicting and understanding the behavior of complex systems.
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There is an operator in a three-state system given by:

2 0 0
A_hat = 0 0 i
0 -i 0

a) Find the eigenvalues and Eigenvectors of the operator
b) Find the Matrix elements of A_hat in the basis of the eigenvectors of B_hat
c) Find the Matrix Elements of A_hat in the basis vectors given by

1 0 0
|e1) = 0 , |e2) = 1 , |e3) = 0
0 0 1
 
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$300 and I can solve this.
 
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Moderator's note: Moved to homework forum.
 
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Something went wrong with the formatting but the operator is
2,0,0
0,0,i
0,-i,0

And the 3 vectors respectively are
1
0
0

0
1
0

0
0
1​
 

Related to Operator in three level system -- Eigenvalues/Eigenvectors

What is an operator in a three level system?

An operator in a three level system is a mathematical representation of a physical process or property that acts on a quantum system. It can be used to describe the evolution of a system over time and the relationships between different states of the system.

What are eigenvalues and eigenvectors?

Eigenvalues and eigenvectors are mathematical concepts that are used to describe the behavior of an operator on a quantum system. Eigenvalues represent the possible outcomes of a measurement on the system, while eigenvectors represent the corresponding states of the system.

How are eigenvalues and eigenvectors related to operators in a three level system?

In a three level system, the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of an operator represent the possible energy levels and corresponding states of the system. The operator acts on the system by changing the state of the system from one eigenstate to another, with the corresponding eigenvalue being the energy change.

How do you calculate eigenvalues and eigenvectors?

The calculation of eigenvalues and eigenvectors involves solving a mathematical equation known as the eigenvalue equation. This equation can be solved using various techniques, such as diagonalization or matrix diagonalization, depending on the specific properties of the operator and system being studied.

Why are eigenvalues and eigenvectors important in quantum mechanics?

Eigenvalues and eigenvectors are important in quantum mechanics because they allow us to predict the behavior of a quantum system under different conditions. They also provide a way to describe and analyze complex systems, making it easier to understand and manipulate them in practical applications.

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