ENGLISH

Do We Really Understand Quantum Mechanics?

By Franck Laloë

Book information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2012
ISBN
110702501X, 9781107025011
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (2055605 bytes)
Pages
410\410
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2013-10-16 12:30:19

Description

Quantum mechanics is a very successful theory that has impacted on many areas of physics, from pure theory to applications. However, it is difficult to interpret, and philosophical contradictions and counterintuitive results are apparent at a fundamental level. In this book, Laloë presents our current understanding of the theory. The book explores the basic questions and difficulties that arise with the theory of quantum mechanics. It examines the various interpretations that have been proposed, describing and comparing them and discussing their success and difficulties. The book is ideal for researchers in physics and mathematics who want to know more about the problems faced in quantum mechanics but who do not have specialist knowledge in the subject. It will also interest philosophers of science, as well as all scientists who are curious about quantum physics and its peculiarities.

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