- Quantum | Definition Facts | Britannica
Quantum, in physics, discrete natural unit, or packet, of energy, charge, angular momentum, or other physical property Light, for example, appearing in some respects as a continuous electromagnetic wave, on the submicroscopic level is emitted and absorbed in discrete amounts, or quanta
- What Is Quantum Physics? - Caltech Science Exchange
While many quantum experiments examine very small objects, such as electrons and photons, quantum phenomena are all around us, acting on every scale
- Demystifying Quantum: It’s Here, There and Everywhere
It’s time to celebrate World Quantum Day! But what is quantum, anyway? A NIST physicist answers your questions
- What is Quantum Physics? A Beginner’s Guide
Quantum cryptography promises unbreakable communication by detecting any attempt to eavesdrop via entanglement Quantum teleportation — transmitting information about a quantum state instantaneously — is already being demonstrated in laboratories, hinting at future quantum networks Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics: What Does It All Mean?
- Quantum mechanics | Definition, Development, Equations | Britannica
Quantum mechanics, science dealing with the behavior of matter and light on the atomic and subatomic scale It attempts to describe and account for the properties of molecules and atoms and their constituents—electrons, protons, neutrons, and other more esoteric particles such as quarks and gluons
- Quantum hits the big time - ORNL
Key Points Quantum technology promises to revolutionize both research and daily life, solving problems that would be otherwise impossible Oak Ridge National Laboratory is heavily invested in four critical and interdependent areas of quantum research: computing, materials discovery, sensing and networking The lab’s leadership in these areas makes it the perfect place to lead a quantum
- Science 101: Quantum Mechanics - Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne also leads Q-NEXT, a DOE national quantum information science research center working to develop quantum materials and devices and capture the power of quantum technology for communication
- National Quantum Initiative – National Quantum Initiative Seal and Logo
Home of the National Quantum Initiative and ongoing activities to explore and promote Quantum Information Science
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