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What are virtual particles

Virtual Particles Explained — Quantum Field Theory

February 18, 2019
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Definition / Summary Virtual particles are a mathematical device used in perturbation expansions of the S-operator (transition matrix) for interactions…
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Explore The Vacuum Fluctuation Myth in Quantum Theory

November 7, 2016
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This Insight Article is a sequel of the Insight Articles ”The Physics of Virtual Particles” and “Misconceptions about Virtual Particles“ which…
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Top Misconceptions about Virtual Particles

April 6, 2016
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Introduction This Insight Article is a sequel to the Insight Article ''The Physics of Virtual Particles'', which contains an exposition of definitions…
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