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What does quantum mechanics study?
What does quantum mechanics study?
- The phenomena that classical physics can explain
- The behavior of astronomical bodies
- The interactions of energy and matter on a human scale
- The interactions of energy and matter on an atomic and subatomic scale (correct)
What is the main difference between classical physics and quantum mechanics?
What is the main difference between classical physics and quantum mechanics?
- Classical physics is used in modern science and technology
- Quantum mechanics was developed in the 19th century
- Quantum mechanics can explain the behavior of astronomical bodies
- Classical physics explains matter and energy on a scale familiar to human experience (correct)
What led to the development of quantum mechanics?
What led to the development of quantum mechanics?
- The limitations of classical physics (correct)
- The desire to study astronomical bodies
- The phenomena that classical physics could explain
- The use of classical physics in modern science and technology
What were the two major revolutions in physics that created a shift in the original scientific paradigm?
What were the two major revolutions in physics that created a shift in the original scientific paradigm?
When was quantum mechanics developed?
When was quantum mechanics developed?