Ahranov-Bohm Effect for *Electric* Potential Field?

In summary, the AB effect has been experimentally proven multiple times for the case of a strictly magnetic flux in a solenoid. However, there has not yet been a demonstration of the AB effect for just an electric potential. It is believed that the AB effect for electric potentials will eventually be proven, as suggested by a study that includes electric potentials and another paper that observed a direct influence of the electric potential. The difficulty lies in achieving experimental precision.
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The AB effect has been proved experimentally many times for the case where the EM field is strictly a magnetic flux in a solenoid. But, from what I have read, the AB effect for just an electric potential alone has not been demonstrated yet. Do you believe the AB effect for electric potentials will eventually be proven? Comments?

Thanks in advance.
 
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Wikipedia links to this study, which includes electric potentials, and claims that another paper (reference 5) saw a direct influence of the electric potential as well.
It's just a matter of experimental precision. The magnetic effect is easier to demonstrate.
 

What is the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field?

The Ahranov-Bohm Effect is a phenomenon in quantum mechanics that describes the influence of a magnetic field on a charged particle even when the particle is outside of the field. This effect is not dependent on the strength of the magnetic field, but rather on the topology of the field lines.

How does the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field differ from the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Magnetic Field?

The Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field is similar to the effect for magnetic fields, but it involves the electric potential instead of the magnetic field. This means that the effect is caused by the presence of an electric potential rather than a magnetic field.

What is the significance of the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field?

The Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field is significant because it provides evidence for the existence of non-local effects in quantum mechanics. This means that the effect occurs even when the charged particle is not in direct contact with the electric potential, challenging our understanding of cause and effect in physics.

How is the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field observed?

The Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field can be observed through experiments using charged particles and electric potentials. These experiments typically involve measuring the interference patterns of the charged particles as they interact with the electric potential, which can demonstrate the non-local effects of the Ahranov-Bohm Effect.

What are the practical applications of the Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field?

The Ahranov-Bohm Effect for Electric Potential Field has various applications in quantum computing, particularly in the development of quantum logic gates. It also has potential applications in precision measurements and in understanding the behavior of charged particles in the presence of electric potentials.

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