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Quantum Mechanics? Explain Quantum Mechanics in a clear precise paragraph or two the delves into most aspects of it. Appericiate it.
quantum mechanics? i saw a tv show the other day about this woman who had a robot copy of herself made, but when she finds out, she says that's impossible because it violates quantum mechanics, i thought that quantum mechanics dealt with extremely small particles! can someone explain this to me?
Quantum mechanics..................? Hey So ive been learning a bit about Quantum mechanics, and i was wandering, what causes the Atom to change its whereabouts if you observe it? its as though it knows we are Observing it.
How did Einstein give birth to quantum mechanics? I've read that Einstein is the father or grandfather of quantum mechanics, even though he was against it. How did that happen? What theory of Einstein's opened up the world of quantum mechanics? I know that Einstein was a firm believer of a clockwork universe. In his own words "God doesn't play dice with the universe." So how did Einstein's clockwork universe become uncertain? Mostly based on probability? The next person that gives me a nonsense answer like miketherex is getting reported. Please be serious.
Is quantum mechanics the hardest science to major in? All the math that is required to understand quantum mechanics completely seems impossible. Quantum mechanics is VERY interesting to me, and I was wondering if it as hard as it seems. I am pretty good at math. At my school, I'm taking math courses that my friends will be taking in two years.
What are the applications of quantum mechanics? Having the knowledge of quantum mechanics, which are the research fields that i can work in? Also tell me how the application of quantum mechanics is helpful in technological developments.
How is Relativity realted to Quantum Mechanics? The theory of relativity directly relates the four dimensions of our universe (time, motion, space, and the speed of light). Quantum mechanics is the study of measurements in extremely small quantities. I understand that if you distort one dimension of the universe, another must be distorted as well. But how does this relate to Quantum mechanics and how does it branch off from the M-Theory?
How hard is Quantum Mechanics for a non scientists? I'm a Philosophy student and am interested in Quantum Mechanics and its implications in deterministic thinking. I'm thinking of taking a class in Grad School, but if it is going to make my GPA plummet... I'm not mathematical. So I'm worried. I could do particle physics if I wanted to specialize in realism (in philosophy), but it's not of great interest to me. Would particle physics be less mathematic?
Who most impacted the development of quantum mechanics and why? For one of my essays for physics we need to make an argument for which physicists were most influential in the development for quantum mechanics, summarize their contributions and compare them to another contributor, and include the historical relevance of those contributions. I have some physicists in mind: Einstein, Bohr, Schrodinger, and Planck. Any others or any expansions on those given?
What is the best textbook for studying Quantum Mechanics? MIT uses 7 different textbooks for Quantum Mechanics II, III, but Rutgers uses one textbook for Quantum Mechanics II. Why is that? Does every Quantum Mechanics textbook have a different approach, different mathematical maturity level?
What do you think of quantum mechanics? Do you really think that there is a possibility that by chance and through periodic trials, one can actually walk through a wall? Because according to quantum mechanics, there is a possibility? Do you also believe that we do not really touch anything, but we are all floating on particles? Just wondering.
How does the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics treat radioactive decay? Examples of Everett's many-worlds theory of quantum mechanics invariably give an example of a one-time measurement, rather than a continuous process like detecting radioactive decay with a geiger counter. The theory would seem to say that at every moment there is a division into a decay world and a non-decay world, which would lead to an infinity of worlds in every time period, however short, and offer no way to deal with half-life and the probability of decay. (Probability seems like a problem with the theory even in the ordinary measurement case.)
How can I visualize a complex wave function of quantum mechanics? Anyone know of any websites with decent java applets or Flash animations that help to visualize a complex wave function in 3D, or in spacetime? If I can't find anything decent, I'm going to try to study quantum mechanics and create this visual aid myself. So then, if someone could give me a series of websites to study in order to learn quantum mechanics, that would be great.
Does quantum mechanics mean humans really have free will? If particle movement can't be predicted, then you can't predict the future, Newton thought if you knew the position and velocity of every particle in the universe, then you could predict the future, meaning we don't have free will, but does quantum mechanics mean we do?
Best universities for quantum physics and mechanics? I wanna study quantum mechanics and physics but have no idea where to start from, my school counselor isn't much help, but he does say my SAT scores are very good (2230). I tried looking up some universities and found MIT to be interesting. I really need help with this please, anyone?
Can you give a detailed analysis on the fundemental theories behind quantum mechanics? If you copy and paste i will know, because i know every answer that has ever been given to any question including this one. Summarize in your own words the fundemental theories of quantum mechanics. Keep in mind that, I already know the answer to this question in rigorous detail and I'm only asking because i want to see how little you know about it.
This thought came to me after thinking about free will and quantum mechanics? Even if quantum mechanics is true I can see no way that anything on a quantum scale can effect anything on a larger scale than it self. Quantum mechanics does show that thing are not always predictable but only in quantum mechanics, if Quantum Mechanics is the only true random occurrence in the universe, free will is in theory still not possible.
Which statement is the most correct on Quantum mechanics? Here is where I have to choes from 1.Quantum mechanics fits perfectly into the classical models of mechanics and electromagnetism. 2.Quantum mechanics overthrew mechanics and electromagnetism by replacing all of their laws with its own. 3.Quantum mechanics is now considered obsolete compared to classical mechanics and electromagnetism. 4.Quantum mechanics currently stands separate yet as equally viable as classical mechanics and electromagnetism. Can you please help me I have an idea but I am not sure.
Online Quantum Mechanics sources for a beginner? I am trying to independently learn Quantum Mechanics and I am having a horrible time. I will buy a book soon to aid me, but I would need some good online learning resources. Most I find are too concise and hard to follow. BTW, I just finished Heisenberg's uncertainty principal but I am still looking for DECENT proof. I would like it to be mathematical, but make sure it explains the proofs and stuff with words too.
Is the human brain significantly affected by Quantum Mechanics? Several books are out that say nerve impulses and synaptic connections are subject to quantum effects. These theories tend to advocate "free will" as being part of the human condition, as opposed to "fate" or "determinism". Other books I've read take a dim view of Quantum Mechanics as a brain-function impactor. What say You?
What portion of quantum mechanics would call themselves "Everettian"? I saw the band "Eels" last night, and they showed the BBC documentary recently filmed in which "E", who is basically the band, goes on a trip to discover what his father was really like throughout life and to understand the reportedly ground-breaking parallel universe theory of his father, Hugh Everett. The film implied this is one of the big theories of quantum mechanics right now. Is it, and how many physicists subscribe to it?
What are the "quantum functuations" and "quantum mechanics"? I was watching about parralel universes and stuff but I really don't get anything because I don't know what quantum fluctuations quantum mechanics are. Can you guys help me??? They also say that A bubble can occur when alot of energy is focused in one point, so they say that it's a bridge to the other universe. Sorry, it's fluctuations, not functuations...
How to learn Quantum mechanics? Can anyone please tell me some really good books that explain quantum mechanics in detail? Secondly, what kind of math do you need to learn to understand quantum theory?
Quantum mechanics vs General Relativity : Which one would you pick ? Although I think there are a lot of aspects in General Relativity which are true but I find quantum mechanics more appealing, hence Einstein did not know that the Universe was expanding since the discovery from Edwin Hubble came 13 years after Einstein had published his relativity. Who cares if he didn't like, just because Einstein said something is true, doesn't mean it is.
What did Otto Stern contribute to quantum mechanics? i have to write a chemistry paper about what otto stern's contribution was to modern quantum mechanics. but my teacher hasn't taught us about quantum mechanics, and she didn't give us directions for the paper at all...
Can you explain to me what Quantum Mechanics is? Okay...Can you please explain to me what Quantum Mechanics is, in simple terms so that a 13-year-old like me can understand? I don't want anything copied and pasted from wikipedia or other sources.... Thanks Her her I read the whole wiki but didn't understand a thing ^^
Should an ECE student take a physics based Quantum Mechanics class? I'm an ECE student and I was wondering if you all thought it would be worth taking a Quantum Mechanics class on top of all of my ECE classes? Would taking this class help me at all with ECE in the real world, or would it just be overkill since I'm sure to learn the Quantum Mechanics that I need for ECE in my ECE classes? Any suggestions?
what does quantum mechanics state, require spiritual meaning? What is the spiritual implication of quantum mechanics. you can go as far as you wish for example multiple universe concept etc. Even if you know little about quantum mechanics your thoughts are respected. If you think no spiritual implication say why?
Is there a Quantum Physics/Mechanics course recorded online, like the MIT courses? MIT has great Electricity/Mag, and Vibration/Waves lectures, posted online in video form. Does there exist, not neccesarily from MIT, that teaches Quantum Mechanics in the same way? Like in video form? Thank yoU! I should mention, that it should be Quantitative. that is... include the equations and such, and therefore not just qualitative.
What is the significance of Quantum Mechanics? and quantum physics, etc. obviously we are studying them, however i believe (as far as my knowledge goes) that we have reached the peak. What can we do with the knowledge we've gained from it? If you know of any websites that will shed light onto the situation please tell. My biggest interest lies in the Quantum world currently.
Ludwig Wittgenstein and quantum mechanics? I need to find a link between Wittgenstein's philosophy (especially the first Wittgenstein of the Tractus) and the philosophical implications of quantum mechanics. Or even between Wittgenstein and Kurt Godel's theorem of incompleteness or Godel's theorem and quantum mechanics. Could you help me?
Could someone explain Quantum Mechanics simply? Years ago in high school we learned about quantum mechanics and I've always wondered if I remembered it right. Does an electron briefly go out of existence and then return? Could someone simplify this for me? I'm sure this sounds like a dumb question.
How are quantum mechanics experiments carried out? Is it possible to actually observe the behavior of sub atomic particles (through a microscope? another peice of equiptment?) or are experiments purely theory based? What does a quantum physicist actually do when he's trying to experiment in quantum theory?
How does quantum mechanics disobey the laws of nature? I just learned that particles, molecules, atoms at the molecular level will behave in ways that go against our common sense and logic. I don't understand why molecules can disobey the laws of the universe that we are all forced to obey. Can someone please simply explain this to me?
Can someone Freak me out with Quantum Mechanics? Hi. I have no mathematical background (at least not with vector calculus) and little scientific info regarding this theory- -but im interested Can someone please just freak me out a bit with some of the basic ideas of quantum mechanics? I know the obvious stuff---like from a Brief Historyo f Time, etc but What are the ideas with ex. sum over histories, a truck being a wave, virtual particles/reflecting millions of light yrs away --wave functions etc I have an basic understanding of all of these --but not enough to scare myself --Can someone just expalin in the enough so I can scare myself a bit because it's so bizzare??? Thnks
On Mathematical Formalism in Quantum Mechanics? What resource would be essential in order to tackle the formalism of Quantum mechanics? So far I understand the concepts intuitively such as path integration and entanglement yet I get lost with the formalism, especially Dirac notation, Poisson bra-kets, Hilbert spaces, and what not.
What do you think of the new theories in quantum mechanics today? I've just read Stephen Hawking's book "The Universe in a Nutshell" and Michio Kaku's book "Parallel Worlds." They both posit an 11-dimensional universe with the possibility of parallel universes. I'm not sure I understand it all, but I find it fascinating to contemplate that there may exist other universes with other me's in it doing other things and living other lives. Actually, they are hypotheses not theories. Again, there's the confusion of the definition of the word "theory." An hypothesis is conceived; experiments are performed and tested; a theory is developed. Theory, in scientific terms, does not mean a guess; it's an explanation.
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