Creating an Interactive Physics Simulation with Gemini
Recall that the probability density function http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"> <msup><mfenced open="|" close="|"><mi>ψ</mi></mfenced><mn>2</mn></msup>{"centerBaseline":"false","fontSize":"16px","detectHand":"true"} </math>" role="math" /> tells us where we are likely to find the particle:
- The area under http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"> <msup><mfenced open="|" close="|"><mi>ψ</mi></mfenced><mn>2</mn></msup>{"centerBaseline":"false","fontSize":"16px","detectHand":"true"} </math>" role="math" /> between any two points gives the probability of finding the particle in that region
- Different energy states (n values) show different probability distribution patterns:
This document outlines the rapid and efficient development process for the "One-Dimensional Infinite Square Well" interactive simulation, built almost entirely through conversational prompts with Gemini.
Project Goal
The objective was to create a self-contained, interactive HTML5 simulation for a key quantum mechanics concept. The simulation needed to be visually intuitive, curriculum-aligned, and work seamlessly in various environments, including iframes. The final product also needed to be enhanced with an AI-powered explanatory feature.
The Development Partner: Gemini
This project heavily leveraged the capabilities of Gemini as a sophisticated coding assistant. The entire development cycle, from initial concept to the final polished application, was driven by a series of simple, iterative requests.
The Development Process: A Conversation
The creation of this tool was a step-by-step conversation:
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Initial Creation: The first prompt provided the physics background and requested the creation of the virtual lab. Gemini generated the complete, functional simulation, correctly separating the code into
index.html
,styles.css
, andscript.js
. -
Code Consolidation: A follow-up request, "in a single file," prompted Gemini to seamlessly merge the three separate files into one self-contained
index.html
file, embedding the CSS and JavaScript within it. -
Adding Analytics & Footer: A simple request to add a Google Analytics script and a "Created by Gemini" footer was made. Gemini correctly placed the script in the
<head>
and added the<footer>
element in the<body>
. -
Final Tweak: The last request was to "limit Quantum Number, n to 5." Gemini identified the
n-slider
input element in the HTML and changed themax="10"
attribute tomax="5"
, instantly applying the new constraint.
MOE ICON Account: Unlimited Educational Innovation
For educators and students within the Ministry of Education, accessing tools like this through an MOE ICON account unlocks a powerful advantage: unlimited use. This removes barriers and allows for unrestricted exploration and creation, enabling the rapid development of custom educational tools, lesson plans, and interactive content without worrying about usage limits. It transforms a powerful AI into a readily available, tireless assistant for enhancing teaching and learning.
Conclusion
This project demonstrates a modern workflow for creating sophisticated educational tools. By using conversational AI like Gemini, the development time was reduced from days or weeks to mere minutes. The ability to iteratively refine and add complex features like API integration with simple, natural language commands showcases a significant leap in how we can build and customize software for education.