How electrons move in subatomic world?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the movement of electrons in the context of quantum physics, particularly focusing on the nature of electrons as both particles and waves. Participants explore concepts related to wave-particle duality and its relevance in understanding electron behavior.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about how electrons move, noting their understanding that electrons are not simply particles.
  • Another participant states that electrons can behave as both waves and particles, depending on the conditions, and suggests they can "teleport" within regions of high probability.
  • A participant questions the validity of wave-particle duality, asserting that electrons are quantum particles rather than classical particles or waves.
  • Some participants propose that interactions determine whether electrons exhibit wave-like or particle-like behavior.
  • Links are provided to discussions that argue against the existence of wave-particle duality, suggesting it is an outdated concept.
  • A later reply urges caution against spreading misinformation regarding the nature of electrons.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express disagreement regarding the concept of wave-particle duality, with some defending its relevance while others argue it is outdated. The discussion remains unresolved as multiple competing views are presented.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the discussion regarding the definitions of wave-particle duality and the assumptions underlying the nature of electrons. The mathematical and conceptual frameworks are not fully explored, leaving some points ambiguous.

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Guy guy, i just learn a little bit about quantum physics and i know that electrons is not particles.
But i don't understand how it move.
By the way I am only a secondary school student.
If you explain it clearly and easy to understand i'll be very happy.
But thank you all for taking time to help me!
 
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Electrons can be both waves and particles and it's the conditions that determine whether they should behave like a wave or particle. They can exist as a region of space with high probability of finding the electron and within that space, they can literally teleport around.
 
when they are waves
when they are particles
 
Trollfaz said:
Electrons can be both waves and particles and it's the conditions that determine whether they should behave like a wave or particle.

Oh please, not that again. Wave-particle duality is an outdated concept! Electrons are quantum particles not classical particles nor waves. There are plenty of threads here about that, use 'search'.
 
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If any interactions "look" for their wave like characters, they behave like waves while any interactions that "looks" for their particle characters, they behave like particles.
 
@Quantum Velocity and @Trollfaz please read the links provided by @weirdoguy

As he says, the wave/particle duality is an outdated concept. And @Trollfaz please be careful not to spread misinformation. That is not allowed at the PF.

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