How Do You Transform Qubit States Between Different Bases on the Bloch Sphere?

In summary, the conversation discusses how to change a basis of a qubit state of bloch sphere. There are 3 different basis corresponding to each direction x,y,z where |1> ,|0> is the z basis, |+>, |-> is the x basis and another 2 ket notation for y basis. To change a state from one basis to another, a matrix operator needs to be applied. However, there are an infinite number of possible bases and the x, y, and z directions are just three commonly used examples.
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Anyone know how to change a basis of a qubit state of bloch sphere given a general qubit state? There are 3 different basis corresponding to each direction x,y,z where |1> ,|0> is the z basis, |+>, |-> is the x basis and another 2 ket notation for y basis.

Given a single state in the x basis |0> and |1>, how do i change it to the z basis? I know I need to apply a matrix operator to it but what is it? And also for changing to y basis. Thanks for help
 
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xwkkx said:
There are 3 different basis

Actually there are an infinite number of possible bases. Heuristically, you can think of the "direction" of the basis pointing anywhere you like on the sphere; there are an infinite number of directions it can point. The x, y, and z directions are just three of them that happen to be often used for examples.

xwkkx said:
Given a single state in the x basis |0> and |1>, how do i change it to the z basis?

First, you used |0> and |1> to denote the basis states of the z basis in the first paragraph of your post, contradicting what you wrote in the second paragraph, quoted just above. So you need to make up your mind about your notation.

That said, if we use the notation in your first paragraph, so |0> and |1> are the z basis states, do you know how to write the x basis states, |+> and |->, in terms of them? How about the y basis states?
 

Related to How Do You Transform Qubit States Between Different Bases on the Bloch Sphere?

1. What is a Bloch Sphere?

A Bloch Sphere is a graphical representation of the state of a two-level quantum system, such as a qubit. It is a sphere where the north and south poles represent the classical states of the system (0 and 1) and all the points on the surface represent the superposition of these states.

2. What is a Change of Basis in relation to the Bloch Sphere?

A Change of Basis in the Bloch Sphere refers to the transformation of the coordinates of a qubit from one basis to another. This is necessary when performing operations on the qubit, as the basis may change throughout the computation.

3. How is a Change of Basis represented on the Bloch Sphere?

A Change of Basis is represented by rotating the Bloch Sphere in the appropriate direction. This rotation can be around the x, y, or z-axis, depending on the basis transformation being performed.

4. How does a Change of Basis affect the state of a qubit on the Bloch Sphere?

A Change of Basis does not change the state of a qubit, but rather changes the way the state is measured and represented on the Bloch Sphere. The qubit remains in the same superposition of states, but its coordinates on the Bloch Sphere may change.

5. Why is understanding a Change of Basis important in quantum computing?

Understanding a Change of Basis is crucial in quantum computing as it allows for the manipulation and measurement of qubits in different bases. This is essential for performing operations and algorithms on quantum computers, as well as for interpreting the results of these computations.

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