The Double Slit Experiment: The weirdness of quantam physics

In summary, the double slit experiment is a scientific experiment that demonstrates the wave-particle duality of light and matter by shining a beam of particles or light through two parallel slits and observing the resulting interference pattern on a screen. It is considered weird because it challenges classical physics and introduces the concepts of wave-particle duality and superposition. This experiment is fundamental in understanding quantum mechanics, showing that particles can behave as waves and their behavior is probabilistic. It cannot be fully explained by classical physics and has practical applications in various fields. It also raises philosophical questions about the nature of reality and the universe.
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Yup..Welcome to QM...This is just one of the many weirdness it has to offer :)
 
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Memyslef said:
particles act differently when being observed. WTF :confused:

check out the video...weird...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEzRdZGYNvA&feature=fvst

That's a great video until there: it fails to point out that in order to observe an electron, one has to interfere with it.
 

1. What is the double slit experiment?

The double slit experiment is a scientific experiment that demonstrates the wave-particle duality of light and matter. It involves shining a beam of particles or light through two parallel slits and observing the resulting interference pattern on a screen behind the slits.

2. Why is the double slit experiment considered weird?

The double slit experiment is considered weird because it challenges our understanding of classical physics and introduces the strange concepts of wave-particle duality and superposition. It also highlights the unpredictable nature of quantum particles, as they can behave as both waves and particles at the same time.

3. What does the double slit experiment tell us about quantum physics?

The double slit experiment is a fundamental demonstration of the principles of quantum mechanics. It shows that particles can behave as waves and that their behavior is probabilistic rather than deterministic. It also suggests that the act of observation or measurement can affect the behavior of quantum particles.

4. Can the double slit experiment be explained by classical physics?

No, the double slit experiment cannot be fully explained by classical physics. Classical physics is based on deterministic principles and cannot fully account for the probabilistic behavior observed in the experiment. It also cannot explain the wave-like behavior of particles.

5. How is the double slit experiment relevant to everyday life?

The double slit experiment has many practical applications in fields such as electronics, computer technology, and medical imaging. It also challenges our understanding of reality and the nature of the universe, which can have profound implications on our perspective of the world and ourselves.

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