MACROSCOPIC BODIES IN QUANTUM THEORY.
Abstract
It is shown that if the wavefunction of a massive body is u= c sub n u sub n where the sub n are macroscopically distinguishable states, then the observation of interferences between the various u sub n requires inconceivable laboratory conditions (e.g., the experiment may last longer than the life-time of the universe). It is therefore proposed to interpret c sub n u sub n as a mixture of states, and not as a superposition. This new interpretation of wavefunctions is consistent with experience and is free from the paradoxical features of the 'orthodox' measurement theory. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 07, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0605531
Entities
People
- A. Peres
- N. Rosen
Organizations
- Technion – Israel Institute of Technology