Relationship between measurement and temperature

In summary, the conversation discusses the relationship between superposition, decoherence, and temperature in quantum theory. It is mentioned that a system at absolute zero cannot be divided into observer and observed, and that there is still energy present in the vacuum state. The concept of decoherence is also brought up and it is stated that it requires information and energy. The conversation concludes with a discussion about whether decoherence can occur in a system at ground state and the different types of vacuum in different theories.
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A system at absolute zero (ground state) can't be be divided into observer and observed, can it?

I'm struggling with the relationship between superposition, decoherence and temperature. Decoherence requires information. Information requires energy. Though multiple basis of "information" can support decoherence or inhibit it (all kinds of properties can be measured, or not measured) Temperature factors into all of those doesn't it?
 
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Jimster41 said:
A system at absolute zero (ground state) can't be be divided into observer and observed, can it

Yes. In Quantum Theory there is still energy-- Vacuum State / lowest possible energy state of a quantum system. It has quantum fluctuations consistent with the ΔEΔt>h Uncertainty Principle. In GR, we can create a mental picture of zero -- Minkowski spacetime.

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In other words can decoherence occur in a system entirely at ground state? If not does that mean a system at ground state is in superposition? Or maybe I'm confused about whether things can be said to exist in that sense of ground state. And I'm just saying the vacuum contains nothing, is nothing... But then is the vacuum a superposition

Depending on what you meant by vacuum(GR vacuum, QM vacuum and FT vacuum. In FT vacuum ground state is separated by fields. It only happens when interaction occurred which in term modify the once FT vacuum to the usual QM vacuum (lowest energy) where all the weird stuff is happening.

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Related to Relationship between measurement and temperature

1. What is the relationship between measurement and temperature?

The relationship between measurement and temperature is that temperature is a physical quantity that can be measured using various instruments such as thermometers, thermocouples, and infrared sensors. These measurements provide numerical values that show the amount of heat energy present in a substance or environment.

2. How is temperature measured?

Temperature can be measured using different units such as Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin. The most common method of measuring temperature is using a thermometer, which works by measuring the expansion or contraction of a liquid or gas in response to changes in temperature.

3. What is the importance of measuring temperature?

Measuring temperature is important in various fields such as science, engineering, and medicine. It helps in understanding the behavior of substances, detecting changes in the environment, and maintaining proper conditions for processes and experiments.

4. How does temperature affect measurements?

Temperature can affect measurements in several ways. For example, it can cause expansion or contraction of materials, leading to errors in measurements. It can also affect the accuracy of instruments, especially if they are not calibrated for changes in temperature.

5. What is the ideal temperature for accurate measurements?

The ideal temperature for accurate measurements depends on the type of measurement being taken. However, in general, it is recommended to keep the temperature as stable as possible, as sudden changes in temperature can affect the accuracy of measurements. The standard temperature for most measurements is 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit).

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