Can Isolation Turn You Into a Wave Function?

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The discussion centers on the philosophical and quantum mechanics question of whether complete isolation from the environment would result in a person becoming a wave function. Participants assert that even in isolation, one remains entangled with the universe, suggesting that isolation does not negate the wave function nature of existence. This highlights the interconnectedness of all entities in quantum mechanics, regardless of perceived separation.

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a funny question into my mind. If you are completely isolated from all environment, will you become just wave function spreading all over the space (or universe whatever)?
 
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Wangf said:
a funny question into my mind. If you are completely isolated from all environment, will you become just wave function spreading all over the space (or universe whatever)?

Yes. But that's true even if you're entangled with everything around you.
 

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