Maxwell, N (1995) A Philosopher Struggles to Understand Quantum Theory: Particle Creation and Wavepacket Reduction. In: Ferrero, M and van der Merwe, A, (eds.) Fundamental Problems in Quantum Physics. (205 - 214). Kluwer Academic: Netherlands.
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Abstract
In order to develop a fully acceptable version of quantum theory, we need to specify precise quantum mechanical conditions for wavepacket collapse to occur. I propose this occurs when new particles, or new bound systems, are created.
| Type: | Book chapter |
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| Title: | A Philosopher Struggles to Understand Quantum Theory: Particle Creation and Wavepacket Reduction |
| Keywords: | quantum theory, probabilism, realism, wavepacket collapse, particle creation |
| UCL classification: | UCL > School of BEAMS > Faculty of Maths and Physical Sciences > Science and Technology Studies |
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