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#115 – David Wallace on the many-worlds theory of quantum mechanics and its implications

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Challenges of the Many-Worlds Interpretation

This chapter explores the complexities and societal influences surrounding the many-worlds theory in quantum mechanics, emphasizing the ongoing debates and resistance among physicists. It highlights how historical contexts, especially during wartime, impacted the acceptance of theoretical perspectives and the challenges faced by proponents of alternative interpretations.

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