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A question:
Does time slow down at quantum level, does time slow as we get smaller?? ∴∞
Does time slow down at quantum level, does time slow as we get smaller?? ∴∞
Windseaker said:Is there a quantum mechanics proof or paper on this type of time problem. would you know where to look for more information on quantum time?
TumblingDice said:Way out of my league, but maybe my comments will stir up more discussion. (?)
bhobba said:The issue with time in QM is its a parameter and position is an observable. ... What this tells us about time is unclear - except perhaps it may be a bit less 'real' than is generally thought - being something we need in our equations to parameterize it, like coordinates, rather than real like something we observe.
TumblingDice said:Is there anything wrong with that understanding at a learning level?
TumblingDice said:Was it Einstein who said something like, "Time is so that everything doesn't happen at once?"
Radioactive decay of nuclei is a QM process. The decay rate is perfectly observable. This suggests to me that there are dynamic processes going on inside an unstable nucleus which effectively serve as an internal "clock".bhobba said:The issue with time in QM is its a parameter and position is an observable.
TumblingDice said:Your mention of coordinates is part of what I recall. I came away with the idea that time degrades to nothing more than a set of coordinates to define sequences at the quantum level - like an ordering of 1, 2, 3... rather than our normal concept of time. Is there anything wrong with that understanding at a learning level?
Mandragonia said:Radioactive decay of nuclei is a QM process. The decay rate is perfectly observable. This suggests to me that there are dynamic processes going on inside an unstable nucleus which effectively serve as an internal "clock".
Quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the smallest scales, such as atoms and subatomic particles. It explains how these particles interact with each other and how they behave in different situations.
In quantum mechanics, time is treated as a continuous variable, meaning that it can take on any value. This is different from classical mechanics, where time is considered as a constant. Furthermore, quantum mechanics allows for particles to exist in multiple states simultaneously, which has implications for our understanding of time and causality.
Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that time travel is possible at the quantum level. While some theories suggest that it may be possible, the technology and understanding to achieve this are still far from our current capabilities.
Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where two particles become connected in such a way that the state of one particle can affect the state of the other, even at great distances. This has implications for our understanding of time because it suggests that particles can communicate instantaneously, regardless of the distance between them.
Studying time at the quantum level has many potential applications, including the development of more precise clocks, improved quantum computing, and advancements in quantum teleportation. It also has implications for our understanding of the universe and the fundamental laws that govern it.