quantum mechanics
"Quantum mechanics" is a fundamental branch of physics that revolutionized our understanding of matter and energy at atomic and subatomic scales.
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Definition
C1Physics
(technical, academic)The branch of physics that studies the behavior of matter and energy at atomic and subatomic levels, where classical physics no longer applies.
Example
- Quantum mechanics explains why electrons can exist in multiple states at once.
- Understanding quantum mechanics is essential for modern technologies like quantum computing.
B2General
(informal, metaphor)A term used to describe something extremely complex or intricate.
Example
- The instructions for setting up the new software were like quantum mechanics to me.
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