Quantum theory is a theory of physics that explains the behavior of matter and energy at the microscopic level. In contrast to classical physics, quantum theory assumes that particles cannot be described by a specific position and a specific momentum, but rather by their probability distributions. Here are some basic principles of quantum theory:
Particle-wave duality: According to quantum mechanics, particles can behave both as particles of matter and as waves. Therefore, it is not possible to explain the motion and behavior of particles using the principles of classical physics alone.
Uncertainty principle: According to this principle developed by Werner Heisenberg, it is not possible to obtain precise information about the position and momentum of a particle at the same time. This situation expresses the uncertainty of nature at a microscopic level.
Quantum superposition: A particle can be in many different states at the same time. This ensures that a quantum system can exist in more than one state at the same time and only “collapses” into a particular state when observed.
Quantum entanglement: If there is a certain property (for example spin) between two or more particles that is connected to each other, these particles are in a quantum connection with each other. When the property of one particle is measured, the property of the other particle is immediately determined, provided it is connected.
In addition to explaining the behavior of subatomic particles, quantum theory also underlies advanced technologies such as quantum computing, quantum cryptography, quantum communication and quantum teleportation. If you want to know the most important theoretical physicists in history, visit Bilim Ocağı Magazine!
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