Identity and Indiscernibility in Quantum Mechanics

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Palgrave Macmillan


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New Directions in the Philosophy of Science

Paru le : 2022-01-03

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This book analyzes metaphysical consequences of the quantum theory of many particles with respect to the fundamental notions of identity, individuality and discernibility. The main focus is on the proper interpretation of the quantum formalism in relation to the role of permutation invariance and the adequate representation of the properties of individual subsystems. Two main approaches to the issue of the individuation of quantum particles are distinguished and thoroughly discussed.  These approaches differ radically with respect to their metaphysical consequences – while one of them implies the complete indiscernibility of quantum particles of the same kind, the other one restores the possibility of discerning individual particles by their properties. We connect the problem of quantum individuation and discernibility with an analysis of the concept of quantum entanglement, and we also discuss identity over time and in counterfactual scenarios.
Pages
262 pages
Collection
New Directions in the Philosophy of Science
Parution
2022-01-03
Marque
Palgrave Macmillan
EAN papier
9783030748692
EAN PDF
9783030748708

Informations sur l'ebook
Nombre pages copiables
2
Nombre pages imprimables
26
Taille du fichier
5366 Ko
Prix
148,39 €
EAN EPUB
9783030748708

Informations sur l'ebook
Nombre pages copiables
2
Nombre pages imprimables
26
Taille du fichier
3113 Ko
Prix
148,39 €