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| Superposition: Superposition in quantum mechanics means that a particle can exist in multiple states simultaneously. It is a fundamental principle, stating that until observed, a particle's properties are in a blend of possible states, and only upon measurement, it assumes a definite state. See also Quantum Mechanics, Measurements, Principles, Observation._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. | |||
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N. Cartwright on Superposition - Dictionary of Arguments
I 194 Decay/superposition: in a component of the superposition the atom is still in the excited state and there are no photons in the other component, the atom is not excited and the field contains a photon in the corresponding frequency. N.B.: the atom is not in the inner nor in the outer orbit and the photon is neither absent nor in the field. Probability: what decreases exponentially in time, is the probability that the system is "found" in a state where the atom is stimulated and no photon is in field. >Quantum mechanics._____________Explanation of symbols: Roman numerals indicate the source, arabic numerals indicate the page number. The corresponding books are indicated on the right hand side. ((s)…): Comment by the sender of the contribution. Translations: Dictionary of Arguments The note [Concept/Author], [Author1]Vs[Author2] or [Author]Vs[term] resp. "problem:"/"solution:", "old:"/"new:" and "thesis:" is an addition from the Dictionary of Arguments. If a German edition is specified, the page numbers refer to this edition. |
Car I N. Cartwright How the laws of physics lie Oxford New York 1983 CartwrightR I R. Cartwright A Neglected Theory of Truth. Philosophical Essays, Cambridge/MA pp. 71-93 In Theories of Truth, Paul Horwich, Aldershot 1994 CartwrightR II R. Cartwright Ontology and the theory of meaning Chicago 1954 |
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Ed. Martin Schulz, access date 2024-04-19