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quantum theory

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ˈquantum ˌtheory noun [uncountable]  HPthe idea that energy, especially light, travels in separate pieces and not in a continuous form 量子论
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quantum theoryThis is a profound question, and present-day quantum theory does not really provide us with a satisfying answer.However, in quantum theory, anything that is not actually forbidden can and will happen.Might not some essential aspects of quantum theory also be playing crucial roles in the physics that underlies our thought processes?Here is the unique point at which the fitful indeterminacy of quantum theory makes itself felt.We must face the problems of quantum theory later!Similarly, in the quantum theory of gravity, there are many different possible quantum states for the universe.According to quantum theory, elementary particles do not really exist until an intelligent observer measures them.A divorce is decreed between wave and particle which quantum theory had for ever joined together.
ˈquantum ˌtheory nounChineseSyllable
Corpus light, especially travels the energy, idea that


quantum theory
ˈquantum ˌtheory noun [uncountable]
the idea that energy, especially light, travels in separate pieces and not in a continuous form


quantum theoryBrE /ˈkwɒntəm θɪəri/ 🔊NAmE /ˈkwɑːntəm θiːəri/ 🔊 noun [uncountable] (physics 物理) a theory based on the idea that energy exists in units that cannot be divided 量子理论