Quantum Entanglement Explained to All: Schrödinger's cat, collapses, superpositions, non-locality and all the other attractions of the great circus of modern physics.

· Bruno Del Medico Editore
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"Quantum physics is a bit like Alice stepping into the mirror: physically it is just as real as our everyday reality but, at the same time it is upside down, it is twisted."(Niels Boh, theoretical physicist)



In the realm of quantum physics, extraordinary creatures that challenge our classical conception of the material world are well and truly present. As in a magical garden, we come across a variety of entities that behave so strangely and unintuitively that they seem to be true wonders of nature.

One of the first strange animals we encounter is surely the famous Schrödinger's Cat, a paradoxical creature that is in a state of "quantum superposition" and is simultaneously alive and dead until it is "observed."

Another extraordinary being is undoubtedly Entanglement, a kind of cowboy who throws a special lasso capable of instantly binding two particles billions of miles apart, making their properties inextricably intertwined.

The Two-Slit Barrier is a strange animal that has two mouths capable of swallowing the same morsel and raises questions about the quirky behavior of matter and the extraordinary duality that characterizes quantum entities.

And what about the "Partondas," mutant beings capable of alternately taking on contrasting aspects?

Not to mention the "Quantollassii," who like to baffle the hunter by presenting themselves in the form of multitudes as if in a game of mirrors, only to reveal their uniqueness when cornered.

In conclusion, we used this tongue-in-cheek introduction to present a quantum bestiary as if it were a game, but such it is not. On the contrary, behind the game lies a fascinating world, populated by real if mysterious creatures, creatures that defy conventional logic and push us to explore the boundaries of our understanding. Through these extraordinary entities, we can peer into the abyss of the infinitely small and contemplate the wonder and complexity of the secret fabric of the universe.

If we seek to understand entanglement, we must accept the assumption that there is no absolute separation between things, even if they are spatially distant. Experiments such as those conducted by Alain Aspect have shown that particles can remain entangled, regardless of the distance between them.

But what is the connection between our daily lives and this strange quantum reality? Well, the truth is that quantum entanglement affects everything around us, even if we are not aware of it. As physicist Richard Feynman once said, "Don't say that quantum entanglement doesn't interest you, because you live it, even if you can't explain it."

As we continue to lead our ordinary lives, it is important to remember that we are part of a mysterious and interconnected universe. Quantum entanglement invites us to explore new perspectives, to reconsider our beliefs about reality, and to embrace the idea that, ultimately, we are all linked by an invisible connection that unites the very fabric of the universe.

About the author

Bruno Del Medico, blogger, writer, editor, specialized in the dissemination of topics related to current social issues and the new frontiers of science. He is the author of many publications, including a specialized series on quantum physics and metaphysics.

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