Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quantum mechanics
noun
/ˈkwɒn.təm mɪˈkæn.ɪks/
Definition
Quantum mechanics is the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of matter and energy at the atomic and subatomic levels.
Examples
- The principles of quantum mechanics are essential for understanding how atoms interact.
- Quantum mechanics has led to the development of modern technologies such as semiconductors and lasers.
- Many concepts in quantum mechanics challenge our traditional perceptions of reality.
Meaning
It explains how particles like electrons and photons operate and interact, often in ways that are counterintuitive to classical physics.
Synonyms
- Quantum theory
- Wave mechanics
- Quantum physics
