Quantum Probability: Exploring the Unknown

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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?

Thanks

 

[FunkyDwarf]

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

 

[denian]

for your question! You are correct, quantum physics is based on probability. This is because at the quantum level, particles do not behave in the same way as larger objects in our everyday world. Instead, they exhibit behaviors that can only be described in terms of probabilities. This is due to the inherent uncertainty in the behavior of particles at the quantum level.

One of the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics is the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, which states that it is impossible to know both the position and momentum of a particle with absolute certainty. This means that there will always be a degree of uncertainty in our measurements and observations of particles, leading to the use of probabilities to describe their behavior.

Additionally, the concept of wave-particle duality in quantum mechanics means that particles can exhibit both wave-like and particle-like behavior, further contributing to the probabilistic nature of quantum events.

So to answer your question, the probabilistic nature of quantum events is a result of both the inherent uncertainty and the dual nature of particles at the quantum level. We cannot fully predict or understand the behavior of particles at this level, and thus must rely on probabilities to describe and explore the unknown world of quantum physics.