The Double Slit Experiment: The weirdness of quantam physics

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The Double Slit Experiment illustrates the peculiar behavior of particles in quantum mechanics, specifically how particles such as electrons behave differently when observed. Observing an electron necessitates interference, which alters its state. This phenomenon highlights the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics, emphasizing the role of the observer in determining the behavior of quantum particles.

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Yup..Welcome to QM...This is just one of the many weirdness it has to offer :)
 
Memyslef said:
particles act differently when being observed. WTF :confused:

check out the video...weird...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEzRdZGYNvA&feature=fvst

That's a great video until there: it fails to point out that in order to observe an electron, one has to interfere with it.
 

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