Which of the following statements about quantum tunneling is not true?
A)It is used in modern electronics and,in fact,our modern-day computers would not work without it.
B)Although it has been observed to occur,it violates all other known laws of nature and explaining it therefore represents a major challenge to physicists.
C)It plays a crucial role in nuclear fusion in the Sun.
D)It allows electrons and other subatomic particles to pass through wall-like energy barriers even when it seems they do not have enough energy to get through the barriers.

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This statement is not true as quantum tunneling does not violate any known laws of nature, but rather is a consequence of the principles of quantum mechanics. While it can be a challenging phenomenon to understand, explain and predict, it is a well-established and studied phenomenon in modern physics. The other statements (A, C, D) are all true.

Which of the Following Statements About Quantum Tunneling Is Not