How electrons and protons and atoms make a whole object

In summary, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle states that it is impossible to predict the position and velocity of a particle simultaneously. This uncertainty is very small and does not affect macroscopic objects. The HUP only comes into play when a measurement is made, and without continuous observation, it does not directly affect the behavior of particles. This is why particles can come together to form complex objects like humans without the HUP being a limiting factor.
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dilshada shabnam
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heisenbergs uncertainity says that we can never predict the position and velocity of a particle exactly simultaneously. that is we can never be sure where an electron or a proton would be seconds from now. its all about probablity.

then how can these particles together form something like we humans or the objects around us which arent like these constituent particles?
 
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dilshada shabnam said:
heisenbergs uncertainity says that we can never predict the position and velocity of a particle exactly simultaneously.
No, it says those quantities do not even exist exactly simultaneously. It is not a limit of our measurements.
dilshada shabnam said:
then how can these particles together form something like we humans or the objects around us which arent like these constituent particles?
The uncertainty is tiny, and irrelevant for macroscopic objects. As an example, the position of electrons in an atom is uncertain - but you can still be certain that the electron is part of the atom. And atoms are too tiny to see them (with light).
 
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dilshada shabnam said:
heisenbergs uncertainity says that we can never predict the position and velocity of a particle exactly simultaneously. that is we can never be sure where an electron or a proton would be seconds from now. its all about probablity.

then how can these particles together form something like we humans or the objects around us which arent like these constituent particles?

Not sure how your first paragraph relates to your second. I don't see the logical connection between the two.

The HUP says that, UPON A MEASUREMENT, our accuracy to predict a certain value will depend on how well we can predict the other corresponding value. But this effect, as mfb has stated, is VERY, VERY small. Otherwise, we will have seen it all the time and it won't be that unusual.

Now, unless you have a microscopic creature that continually spy on what your electrons and other sub-atomic particles are doing in your body all the time, these particles are NOT being continually measured and observed, which means that HUP is not directly in play when you just leave it alone.

Zz.
 
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Even in an atom, the position and momentum of the electrons are uncertain, and wavefunction for position looks like a cloud, so we talk about an electron cloud. The total energy is known, but the potential energy and kinetic energy of an electron in the cloud are uncertain.
 

1. How do electrons, protons, and atoms combine to form an object?

Electrons, protons, and atoms are the building blocks of matter. When these particles come together, they form atoms, which then combine to form molecules. These molecules make up the objects that we see and interact with in our daily lives. Essentially, the arrangement and bonding of atoms determines the properties and characteristics of an object.

2. What is the role of electrons and protons in creating objects?

Electrons and protons have opposite charges, with electrons carrying a negative charge and protons carrying a positive charge. This electrical attraction between the two particles allows them to come together and form atoms. Within an atom, electrons orbit around the nucleus, which is made up of protons and neutrons. The number of electrons and protons in an atom determines its overall charge and properties.

3. How do electrons and protons stay together in an object?

The attraction between electrons and protons is strong, but it is not enough to keep them together in an object. Instead, atoms stay together through chemical bonding, where atoms share, gain, or lose electrons to achieve a stable configuration. This bonding can occur between atoms of the same element or different elements, creating a variety of different compounds and materials.

4. Can atoms and objects be broken down into smaller pieces?

Yes, atoms can be broken down into smaller particles, such as protons, neutrons, and electrons. However, breaking an atom apart completely would release a tremendous amount of energy. Objects can also be broken down into smaller pieces, but eventually, these pieces will reach a molecular or atomic level and cannot be broken down any further without altering their properties.

5. How does the arrangement of atoms affect the properties of an object?

The arrangement of atoms within an object greatly influences its properties. For example, the arrangement of carbon atoms in a diamond creates a hard and durable material, while the arrangement of carbon atoms in graphite creates a soft and brittle material. The types of atoms present, as well as their bonding and arrangement, determine an object's physical, chemical, and mechanical properties.

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