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Old 02-25-2013, 12:49 AM
 
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According to quantum theory, particles act as waves rather than point masses on very small scales. This has dozens of bizarre consequences: it is impossible to know a particle's exact position and velocity through space, yet it is possible for the same particle to be doing two contradictory things simultaneously. Through a phenomenon known as 'superposition' a particle can be moving and stationary at the same time — at least until an outside force acts on it. Then it instantly chooses one of the two contradictory positions.
Scientists supersize quantum mechanics : Nature News

Isn't this illogical? Does this makes sense to anybody?
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Old 02-25-2013, 04:38 AM
 
Location: Space Coast
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I don't know anyone who fully understands quantum physics. Most physicists will say that anyone who claims to completely understand it is full of it.
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Old 02-25-2013, 05:44 AM
 
Location: southwestern PA
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"A particle can be moving and stationary at the same time?"
A person can be moving and stationary at the same time.... sitting inside a moving car/plane/train.
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Old 02-25-2013, 05:54 AM
 
Location: In the realm of possiblities
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Great Scott, Marty..., you've gone back to the future!!!
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:16 AM
 
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I love the idea that quantum particles anticipate the future. Sooo kewl.
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Old 02-25-2013, 11:51 AM
 
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Reading about quantum physics makes my brain hurt. Some authors like Michio Kaku can break it down pretty well, but it still makes my brain hurt.
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Old 02-25-2013, 12:33 PM
 
Location: Woodinville
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I can do two things at the same time too. I can wave my hand and shake my head. AT&T business execs have never seen anything like it.

Your move, quantum physics.
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Old 02-27-2013, 06:37 PM
 
Location: Western Colorado
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Here you go, a simple explanation:

Particle Concepts
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Old 03-16-2013, 06:08 PM
 
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"A particle can be moving and stationary at the same time?"
A person can be moving and stationary at the same time.... sitting inside a moving car/plane/train.
Alot to be said for frame of reference.
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