SUMMARY
The discussion centers on the nature of time in quantum physics, specifically whether it is continuous or discrete. The user initially plotted fidelity using discrete time values (t = 0, 1, 2, 3...) and observed constant fidelity at 1. However, when using discrete angles (t = 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°), fidelity decreased to 0 after a certain point. A teacher advised using continuous values, emphasizing that in standard quantum theory, time is treated as a continuous real parameter, not an observable.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of quantum fidelity and its significance in quantum mechanics
- Familiarity with the concept of continuous versus discrete variables
- Basic knowledge of quantum theory (QT) principles
- Experience with plotting data and interpreting graphs in a scientific context
NEXT STEPS
- Research the implications of continuous time in quantum mechanics
- Study the concept of fidelity in quantum states and its mathematical representation
- Explore the differences between discrete and continuous variables in physics
- Learn about the role of observables in quantum theory and how they relate to time
USEFUL FOR
Quantum physicists, students of quantum mechanics, and researchers interested in the foundational aspects of time in quantum theory.