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Is there consensus on the stance of QM in regards whether motion is actually continuous or not?
Zelebg said:Is there consensus on the stance of QM in regards whether motion is actually continuous or not?
PeroK said:PS If, however, you question was: "does a particle move continuously from A to B, or jump from A to B in a sequence of discrete steps?"; then, neither of these is an accurate interpretation of QM.
Zelebg said:It's a question I had from a long time ago, so I forgot exactly where and what, but some QM descriptions seemed to imply electron would simply appear at point B, sometimes even before disappearing from point A, but in any case would appear at new position without actually traversing the distance.
Quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic levels. Motion, on the other hand, refers to the movement of objects in space. The relationship between the two is that quantum mechanics helps explain the behavior of particles in motion, such as their position, velocity, and acceleration.
While there is a general consensus among scientists about the principles of quantum mechanics and motion, there are still ongoing debates and discussions about certain aspects of these concepts. Some scientists may have different interpretations or theories about how they work, but there is agreement on the basic principles.
Quantum mechanics uses mathematical equations and principles to describe the behavior of particles in motion. It takes into account the wave-like nature of particles and the uncertainty principle, which states that it is impossible to know both the position and momentum of a particle simultaneously.
Yes, there are many real-world applications of quantum mechanics and motion. Some examples include the development of quantum computers, which use the principles of quantum mechanics to perform calculations at a much faster rate than traditional computers. Other applications include medical imaging, GPS technology, and the development of new materials.
While quantum mechanics primarily deals with particles at the atomic and subatomic levels, it can also be applied to larger objects, including humans. However, the effects of quantum mechanics on larger objects are not as significant as they are on smaller particles. In most cases, classical mechanics is used to describe the motion of larger objects.