Introduction to Quantum Mechanics

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What is the foundation of all quantum physics including quantum chemistry, quantum field theory, quantum technology, and quantum information science?

  • Quantum mechanics (correct)
  • Quantum field theory
  • Classical physics
  • Quantum technology

What is a characteristic of quantum systems compared to classical systems?

  • Unpredictable values of energy
  • Bound states quantized to discrete values of energy (correct)
  • No quantization of energy
  • Continuous values of energy

Which theory can describe many aspects of nature at an ordinary (macroscopic) scale but is not sufficient for describing them at small (atomic and subatomic) scales?

  • Quantum chemistry
  • Quantum mechanics
  • Classical physics (correct)
  • Quantum field theory

What do measurements of quantum systems show characteristics of?

<p>Both particles and waves (wave–particle duality) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on predicting the value of a physical quantity prior to its measurement in quantum mechanics?

<p>(the uncertainty principle) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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