Quantum physics thus reveals a basic oneness of the universe.
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A careful analysis of the process of observation in atomic physics has shown that the subatomic particles have no meaning as isolated entities, but can only be understood as interconnections between the preparation of an experiment and the subsequent measurement.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Subatomic particles' significance emerges from their interactions rather than their individual existence.
This quote by Erwin Schrödinger emphasizes the interconnectedness of subatomic particles in atomic physics. Rather than being considered in isolation, their true essence is revealed through the context of experimental setups and measurements, highlighting the importance of relationships and interactions in understanding the nature of reality at the atomic level.
Themes
Subatomic ParticlesInterconnectionsObservationMeasurementAtomic Physics
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture on quantum mechanics, the quote can illustrate how measurement influences the observed state of particles.
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