Why quantum wave function collapse is not consider a signal?

In summary, the conversation discusses the non-communication theorem and how it applies to the double slit experiment with entangled particles. It also raises questions about the interference of entangled particles when one observer measures their location and the other does not, as well as the effect of time zones on entangled particles.
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I read about the non-communication theorem and I understand why when changing one practical will not change the other . But suppose that there is two observers that doing the double slit experiment, but using it with two entanglement practicals. observer one should send signal of yes or no ,he would know which signal to send only in six on clock ,and the other observer knows that he should get yes no(0,1) answer at six on clock . the observer who should send the message may measure the first practical location for sending "yes" and not measure it for sending "no". and then in six on clock the other observer may check weather the electron/photon interference with it self. so basically data was send even though the observers send data before six on clock slower then the light.
of curse for checking the interference we need a lot of entanglement practicals ,so my main question is what happen if two people will do the double slit experiment, and one of them will put sensor in one of the slit and the other will not . would it block the interference in both experiences ?
by shooting the entanglement practicals one by one ,one in one observer side and the other and in secend observer side .
I also have another question what happen to two entanglement practicals in two time zones. in one of them the time going fast and in the other slow . if one of them would stop existing does the it wave function stay collapsed
 
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danielhaish said:
then in six on clock the other observer may check weather the practical interfere with it self . if it does it means the message is no and if it doesn't the answer is yes
No. There is nothing he can measure locally that will tell him if the other particle has been measured.
 
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No. There is nothing he can measure locally that will tell him if the other particle has been measured.
but how can one practical Interference if the possibility to go from bot side is Constance then it wouldn't go from both side
 
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You are talking about interferences. Are you sure that Bob and Alice see interferences if the pair is maximally entangled?
 
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danielhaish said:
but how can one practical Interference if the possibility to go from bot side is Constance then it wouldn't go from both side
This is unintelligible. Please write more carefully. Use proper English to the absolute best of your ability, and more importantly be clear about exactly what measurement you are trying to describe.
 
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1. Why is quantum wave function collapse not considered a signal?

Quantum wave function collapse refers to the phenomenon in which a quantum system's wave function, which describes its possible states, is reduced to a single state upon measurement. This collapse is not considered a signal because it does not convey any information or transmit energy. It is simply a mathematical description of the state of the system after measurement.

2. Can quantum wave function collapse be used for communication?

No, quantum wave function collapse cannot be used for communication as it does not transmit any information. In fact, according to the principles of quantum mechanics, it is impossible to use quantum systems for faster-than-light communication.

3. How is quantum wave function collapse different from classical signal transmission?

Quantum wave function collapse is fundamentally different from classical signal transmission because it does not involve the transfer of energy or information. In classical signal transmission, a signal is sent from one point to another through physical means, such as electromagnetic waves. In quantum wave function collapse, there is no transfer of energy or information between systems.

4. Does quantum wave function collapse violate the laws of causality?

No, quantum wave function collapse does not violate the laws of causality. The collapse of the wave function is a natural consequence of the measurement process, and it does not involve any non-local or instantaneous effects. The principles of causality still hold in the quantum realm.

5. Why is quantum wave function collapse important in quantum computing?

In quantum computing, the ability to manipulate and measure the state of a quantum system is crucial for performing calculations. The collapse of the wave function allows for the extraction of information from a quantum system, which is necessary for the functioning of quantum algorithms. Therefore, understanding and controlling quantum wave function collapse is essential for the development of quantum computing technology.

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