What Is Real? by Adam Becker
The Unfinished Quest for the Meaning of Quantum Physics
This book delves into the complex and often contentious history of quantum mechanics, exploring the philosophical debates and scientific breakthroughs that have shaped our understanding of reality. It highlights the clash between the Copenhagen interpretation, which posits that particles exist in a state of probability until observed, and alternative theories that challenge this view. Through a narrative that weaves together the lives and ideas of key physicists, the book examines the ongoing quest to reconcile quantum mechanics with a coherent picture of the universe, questioning the very nature of what is real.
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- Published
- 2018
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- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 370-400
- Original Language
- English
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