Quantum Entanglement on the Moon

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of using the mirror left on the moon to observe quantum entanglement by using an earth-based laser and changing the phase of the returning photons. The speaker also expresses appreciation for this site where people can ask basic questions without feeling humiliated.
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I like this site because, even when people ask fundemenal questions ( bone headed ) they are not humiliated, lol, so hear I go.

Could one use the mirror's left on the moon to observe quantum entanglement? Earth based laser,
change phase on the way out, observe the returning photons?
 
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John Hurly said:
I like this site because, even when people ask fundemenal questions ( bone headed ) they are not humiliated, lol, so hear I go.

Could one use the mirror's left on the moon to observe quantum entanglement? Earth based laser,
change phase on the way out, observe the returning photons?

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Sure, assuming atmospheric noise was not too great. You can perform phase changing operations on an entangled photon without otherwise causing entanglement to cease.
 

Related to Quantum Entanglement on the Moon

1. How does quantum entanglement work on the moon?

Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where two or more particles become connected in such a way that the state of one particle is dependent on the state of the other, even when the particles are separated by large distances. This means that any changes made to one particle will instantaneously affect the other, no matter the distance between them.

2. Can quantum entanglement be observed on the moon?

Yes, quantum entanglement has been observed on the moon through experiments using photons. These experiments have shown that the phenomenon still holds true even over large distances, such as the distance between Earth and the moon.

3. How is quantum entanglement on the moon different from entanglement on Earth?

There is no significant difference between quantum entanglement on the moon and on Earth. The principles and behaviors of entanglement remain the same regardless of location.

4. Can quantum entanglement be used for communication on the moon?

While quantum entanglement has been used for communication on Earth, it is not currently feasible to use it for communication on the moon due to technical limitations. The distance and the presence of obstacles make it difficult to maintain the entanglement link between particles for communication purposes.

5. What are the potential applications of quantum entanglement on the moon?

One potential application of quantum entanglement on the moon is for secure communication between Earth and the moon. It could also be used for quantum teleportation, where the state of one particle is transferred to another particle over long distances. Other potential applications include quantum computing and testing the limits of quantum mechanics in a different environment.

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