Quantum Randomness and Free Will

In summary, the question of whether quantum randomness or uncertainty can be used to argue for or against the existence of free will must be approached from a strictly physics-based perspective and should not be based on personal opinions or preferences. Use of valid references is encouraged, such as the Free Will Theorem, which suggests that certain quantum phenomena may support the concept of free will. However, it is important to also consider the relationship between complimentarity and measurement independence in determining the role of quantum uncertainty in our understanding of free will.
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Does quantum randomness or uncertainty tells us that we have free will?
 
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This discussion should be based strictly on physics and not on a matter of opinion or tastes (i.e. you have to know the physics before offering your responses). Use of valid references is encouraged. If it doesn't follow this criteria, this thread will suffer from the same fate as previous threads on this same topic - it will be moved to the Philosophy forum.

So you decide!

Zz.
 
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DavidGahan said:
Does quantum randomness or uncertainty tells us that we have free will?
What do you mean by 'free will'?
 
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DavidGahan said:
Does quantum randomness or uncertainty tells us that we have free will?

you have to ask specifically about complimentarity/uncomplimentarity relationship on
measurement independence and determinism.
 

Related to Quantum Randomness and Free Will

1. What is quantum randomness?

Quantum randomness refers to the unpredictable and probabilistic behavior of particles at the quantum level. According to quantum mechanics, particles do not have definite properties until they are observed, and their behavior cannot be predicted with certainty.

2. How does quantum randomness relate to free will?

Some theories suggest that quantum randomness may play a role in human decision-making and the concept of free will. It is thought that the unpredictability of quantum events may allow for individuals to make choices that are not entirely determined by previous events or physical laws.

3. Can free will exist in a deterministic universe?

This is a highly debated topic among philosophers and scientists. Some argue that the unpredictability of quantum events allows for the existence of free will in a deterministic universe, while others believe that free will is incompatible with determinism.

4. Is there any evidence for a connection between quantum randomness and free will?

Currently, there is no definitive evidence that links quantum randomness to free will. The concept of free will is complex and difficult to study scientifically, and the role of quantum mechanics in decision-making is still a topic of ongoing research.

5. How does quantum randomness impact the concept of causality?

Quantum randomness challenges the traditional notion of causality, which states that every event has a cause that can be traced back to previous events. In quantum mechanics, events can occur without a determined cause, leading to a more nuanced understanding of causality and the potential for non-deterministic factors to influence events.

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