Instant Genius The biggest unsolved mysteries of the quantum realm
Mar 28, 2025
Join theoretical physicist Jim Al-Khalili, an expert from the University of Surrey and BBC Radio 4 star, as he delves into the captivating world of quantum physics. He explores the historical controversies that have sparked debates over the past century and the profound implications of quantum theory on our perception of reality. Discover the wonders of quantum entanglement, its potential for future technologies like quantum computing, and the intriguing possibility that birds may navigate via quantum processes. Unravel the mysteries that leave even scientists fascinated!
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Origin of Quantum Concept
- The term 'quantum' means the smallest indivisible jump in energy.
- Max Planck introduced this concept in 1900, starting the quantum revolution.
Double-Slit Experiment Mystery
- The double-slit experiment reveals particles behave as waves and particles.
- Observing which slit a particle goes through collapses the wave behavior to particle behavior.
Quantum Superposition Explained
- Quantum superposition allows particles to be in multiple states simultaneously.
- Measurement collapses this superposition to a single state, a process called wave function collapse.