How can you set up an entanglement experiment?

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Setting up an entanglement experiment at home is feasible, particularly with photon-based setups, but it can be costly, comparable to the price of a new car. While a dedicated physics lab is not strictly necessary, specialized equipment is often required for more complex experiments. Participants in the discussion shared personal experiences of conducting at-home entanglement experiments using basic tools like extension cords, highlighting the accessibility of simpler setups.

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Is it possible to set up an in house entanglement experiment? Would you need to carry out the experiment in a lab and is it costly?

Thanks in advance.
 
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You could probably do some of the photon ones at home but it would be expensive.
Off the top of my head - about as expensive as a new car?

There is nothing particularly special about a physics lab - it's just someone's basement normally.
What you have basically asked is what it would cost to set up a minimal entanglement lab ;)
 
I have an at home entanglement experiment every couple of weeks involving a couple of 100ft extension cords.
 
... good point: I have one involving heartstrings ... those can be very expensive indeed, and often require specialized equipment.
 
Floid said:
I have an at home entanglement experiment every couple of weeks involving a couple of 100ft extension cords.

:smile: :smile:
 

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