Bob and Alice with a Bell pair

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The discussion revolves around the computation of the density matrix for Alice's particle when she and Bob share a Bell pair, specifically the state |00⟩ + |11⟩. Participants are exploring the theoretical aspects of quantum mechanics related to entanglement and density matrices.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks how Alice can compute the density matrix of her particle given the shared Bell pair.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of showing prior effort and research before seeking help, suggesting looking up "density matrix and entanglement."
  • A participant recalls that a 4x4 matrix was used and mentions summing over certain values to obtain Alice's density matrix, although they express uncertainty about the details.
  • One participant shares a personal challenge related to memory and cognitive function, which may affect their ability to engage with the topic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus on the method for computing the density matrix, and multiple viewpoints regarding the approach and prior effort remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not provided specific mathematical steps or definitions, and there is a lack of clarity on the assumptions involved in the computation of the density matrix.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in quantum mechanics, particularly those studying entanglement and density matrices, may find this discussion relevant.

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Hi Pfs
If Bob and Alice share a bell pair 0>0> + 1>1>
I cannot remember , how Alice compute the density matrix of hes own particle.
thanks.
 
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Heidi said:
Hi Pfs
If Bob and Alice share a bell pair 0>0> + 1>1>
I cannot remember , how Alice compute the density matrix of hes own particle.
thanks.
This is PF, we ask you to first look it up and show us what you have done so far before commenting on it.
 
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I remember that we wrote a 4 by matrix in a set of 4 by 4 matrix
and summing for ech ons 2 values and getting what Alice density matrix has.
I had a stroke in my brain 2 months ago and i still have problems.
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Heidi said:
I remember that we wrote a 4 by matrix in a set of 4 by 4 matrix
and summing for ech ons 2 values and getting what Alice density matrix has.
I had a stroke in my brain 2 months ago and i still have problems.
µ
Again it is not about what you remember but what effort have you done so far. Have you look up for "density matrix and entanglement"?
 

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