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1. Explain electron motion in a periodic potential using Kronig-Penny model and explain the energy spectrum...

1. Explain electron motion in a periodic potential using Kronig-Penny model and explain the energy spectrum

2. Derive expressions for current flow in DC and AC Josephson effects

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