Is the Energy Change and Barrier in Quantum Decay Constant for a Given System?

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The discussion clarifies that in quantum decay, the energy change and energy barrier are fixed for a specific system and a specific decay pathway. It emphasizes that while these values are constant for a given decay option, they can vary for different decay processes. The term "quantum decay" is dismissed as a misnomer, reinforcing the need for precise terminology in quantum mechanics.

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For a system to undergo quantum decay, is the energy change and energy barrier fixed?
 
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"Quantum decay" is not a thing.

Fixed relative to what? A given system for a given decay option will have a fixed energy change and a fixed minimal energy barrier. Other options for decays can have other values.
 

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