The Two-Spin Enigma: From the Helium Atom to Quantum Ontology
2024

The Two-Spin Enigma: From the Helium Atom to Quantum Ontology

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Author Information

Author(s): Philippe Grangier, Alexia Auffèves, Nayla Farouki, Mathias Van Den Bossche, Olivier Ezratty

Primary Institution: Laboratoire Charles Fabry, Institut d’Optique Graduate School, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Université Paris Saclay, France

Hypothesis

Can classical physics and quantum physics function or be conceived without each other?

Conclusion

Classical physics and quantum physics are interdependent and cannot be fully understood in isolation.

Supporting Evidence

  • Classical physics cannot explain atomic structures without quantum mechanics.
  • Quantum mechanics requires classical concepts for its formulation.
  • Empirical evidence supports the interdependence of classical and quantum physics.

Takeaway

This study shows that classical and quantum physics need each other to make sense, like two puzzle pieces that fit together.

Methodology

The article analyzes historical and empirical evidence to argue the interdependence of classical and quantum physics.

Limitations

Theoretical research without new experimental data.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3390/e26121004

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