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There is No Wave Function | Jacob Barandes

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Foundations of Quantum Theory

This chapter explores the early developments of quantum theory, beginning with the investigation of black body radiation and the introduction of Planck's constant. It highlights the shift from heuristic models to more formalized frameworks by physicists like Niels Bohr, paving the way for new understandings of quantization. The narrative further delves into the mathematical constructs of quantum mechanics, examining the role of Hilbert spaces, self-adjoint operators, and alternative perspectives that challenge traditional representations.

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