The basic idea is that the wave function never collapses, it just becomes entangled with the waves of other quantum systems. Doing so leads to a deterministic theory that explain our observations and preserves realism and locality, which makes it broadly compatible with special and general relativity. Its central premise is that we should ask what happens if quantum systems evolve solely based on the Schrodinger equation. Nothing in Carroll’s book invalidated that description, so if you need the basics, check it out.Ĭarroll’s broad point is the MWI, in terms of the mathematical postulates, is the most austere interpretation. I gave a primer on this back in December.

I was going to wait to post this until I’d completely finished, but all I’ve got left is the appendix, I perceive that I’ve gotten through the main points, and discussion on the previous post is veering in this direction.Īs widely reported, Carroll is an advocate for the Everettian interpretation of quantum mechanics, generally known as the Many Worlds Interpretation (MWI). And - finally - it all makes sense.I’m just about finished reading Sean Carroll’s Something Deeply Hidden. In doing so, he fills a gap in the science that has existed for almost a century.Ī magisterial tour, Something Deeply Hidden encompasses the cosmological and everyday implications of quantum reality and multiple universes. Acclaimed physicist and writer Sean Carroll debunks the myths, resurrects and reinstates the Many-Worlds interpretation, and presents a new path towards solving the apparent conflict between quantum mechanics and Einstein's theory of general relativity. Spanning the history of quantum discoveries, from Einstein and Bohr to the present day, Something Deeply Hidden is the essential guide to the most intriguing subject in science. It stands as the best explanation of the fundamental nature of our world.

The implications are mind-bending, and not yet fully understood, but this revolutionary theory is truly illuminating.

'An authoritative and beautifully written account of the quest to understand quantum theory and the origin of space and time.' Professor Brian Cox Something Deeply Hidden: Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetimeįrom the Royal Society Winton Prize winner

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