Title: Quantum Physics and Spirituality
Headings: Quantum Physics and Spirituality
Quantum Physics and Spirituality 5 min read
Content: Quantum Physics and Spirituality
Quantum Physics and Spirituality 5 min read
By
Darius Copac
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Sep 22, 2017
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What is quantum physics? A quantum is the minimum unit of any physical entity involved in an interaction. Quantum theory is a branch of physics which is the fundamental theory of nature at small scales and low energies of atoms and subatomic particles. Quantum mechanics differs from classical physics in that energy, momentum and other quantities are often restricted to discrete values (quantization). Quantum physics or quantum mechanics provides a mathematical description of the wave/particle duality and interactions of energy and matter
What is The connection between quantum physics and consciousness? Consciousness, or observation, can affect the physical world around us is called the “Copenhagen Interpretation”. According to the Copenhagen interpretation, as long as there is no consciousness observing a system (a system of particles, planets, light, chairs, etc.), then the system will evolve in time according to the rules of quantum mechanics (waves and super-positions and whatnot). However, the moment that a conscious observer observes the system it suddenly stops obeying the laws of QM and, rather than being in a superposition of states, snaps to one state. Essentially, the act of observation creates a definite reality.