Schrodinger's Cat: Probability of Dead & Alive?

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Schrodinger's Cat illustrates the concept of superposition in quantum mechanics, where a cat in a box can be considered both alive and dead until observed. The discussion raises questions about the probability of the cat's states and whether Schrodinger's equations can accurately describe this scenario. Participants note that, practically, a cat would not survive long in the box without food or water, emphasizing the limitations of the thought experiment. The conversation highlights the contrast between theoretical quantum states and real-world biological conditions. Ultimately, the thought experiment serves to provoke deeper inquiry into the nature of quantum mechanics and observation.
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When Erwin Schrodinger came up with this theory So saying i quote "the cat will either be alive or dead, not a mixture of both" what is the probability of the cat being dead and alive in the quantum world? if so can this be explained using Schrodinger's equations within the theory? or does his equations not work with it?
 
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When Erwin Schrodinger came up with this theory So saying i quote "the cat will either be alive or dead, not a mixture of both" what is the probability of the cat being dead and alive in the quantum world? if so can this be explained using Schrodinger's equations within the theory? or does his equations not work with it?


What's the life expectancy of a cat? 7 years? Just wait 15 years and open the box and bet all your money that that cat is 100% dead when you open it. On second thought, without food or water, that cat will be dead within a week- guranteed
some type of decay will happen by then.
 
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oh ok :) thanks :)
 
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