Quantum Mechanics
Decoherence
Definition
Loss of quantum behavior and phase relationships, causing wave function to collapse to classical state
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Related Theories (7)
Arbitrary Quantum Classical Divide
Claims mainstream physics arbitrarily declared classical and quantum worlds work differently to avoid admitting error.
Non-local Communication via Quantum Entanglement
The theory that quantum entanglement can enable faster-than-light communication by encoding binary information (1 or 0) through controlled coherence or decoherence of entangled particles. A switch mechanism determines whether the control panel sees a coherent (star) or decoherent (circle) pattern.
Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch-OR)
Quantum mechanics-based theory of consciousness proposed by Penrose and Hameroff
Quantum Radar Detection Mechanism
The theory that quantum radar works by splitting entangled photons into two paths - a control path and a probe path. When the probe photon encounters a target, the entanglement breaks causing decoherence that can be measured instantly in the control panel. Detection of decoherence (loss of interference pattern) indicates a target presence.
Reality construction
Anomalous experiences may allow access to alternate constructions of reality beyond ordinary perception
Wave Function Collapse Critique
Critiques quantum mechanics interpretation that wave functions collapse into particles upon measurement as nonsensical.
Wave Function Rebuilding
Wave functions can be rebuilt after collapse by introducing randomness/decoherence through multiple path choices, returning system to wave-like state