Dance of the Photons

Dance of the Photons

7/1/2011

link

https://openlibrary.org/books/OL24814035M

summary

In "Dance of the Photons", Anton Zeilinger illuminates the strange phenomenon of quantum entanglement in a way that is accessible and engaging for both physicists and novices alike. He takes us on a journey through the history of quantum physics, from Einstein's disagreements with the emerging theory to the author's own groundbreaking experiments with entangled photons. Along the way, he introduces us to a cast of colorful characters, both historical and contemporary, who have contributed to our understanding of the quantum world. Zeilinger's work has opened the door to a new era of physics, one that promises to transform the way we think about the fundamental nature of the universe. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the strange and fascinating world of quantum physics.

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anton zeilinger ꞏ quantum mechanics ꞏ physics ꞏ science ꞏ nonfiction ꞏ einstein ꞏ quantum teleportation ꞏ schrödinger ꞏ photons ꞏ entanglement ꞏ experiments ꞏ laser beams ꞏ canary islands ꞏ danube river ꞏ reality ꞏ spooky action ꞏ elementary particles ꞏ quantum theory