Is Quantum Probability Shaping Our Understanding of Particle Behavior?

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The discussion centers on the role of quantum probability in understanding particle behavior. Participants agree that quantum events are primarily based on the inability to obtain complete information about particles without interference. This indicates that the uncertainty in quantum mechanics arises from measurement limitations rather than inherent randomness in particle behavior.

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From what I understand, most events in quantum physics are based on probability, right? Is this because there is information about particles that we can't get without interfering with it, or is it because the particles themselves are determined by probability?

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Primarily the first one, a bit of the 2nd one too though.
 

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