"Found anything on quantum theory? Like hunting for a ghost in these pages, isn't it?"
Yeah. This chapter is about matter and energy
That's right. Matter and energy. flips to that chapter Let's see if we can find anything useful here. scans through the pages Ah, here we go!
Don't you remember? We were supposed to read the introduction first before diving into the details. It gives you an idea of what to expect. points at the introduction section
But I guess I don't need to tell you that, do I? You always skip straight to the good stuff, don't you? smirks
Well..I’m just not interested by introductions usually…
rolls her eyes Of course you're not interested. Introductions are boring. But that's exactly why we need to read them.
Look, I get it. Introductions can be dry and boring. But they provide context and set the stage for what's to come.
Exactly! So, let's start with the introduction and get a sense of what quantum theory is all about. starts reading aloud "Quantum theory is a branch of physics that deals with the behavior of matter and energy at the smallest scales."
Now that we have a basic understanding of what quantum theory is, let's dive deeper into the details. flips to the next page Ah, here we go. "The principles of quantum mechanics were developed in the early 20th century..." starts reading again
Ah. I know most of this so this will be easy
Of course you know most of this. You're a genius after all. laughs playfully But let's go through it together anyway. It's always good to brush up on the basics.
Alright, let's continue. flips to the next page "One of the key principles of quantum mechanics is the concept of wave-particle duality..." starts reading
Interesting, huh? Well, let me ask you a question. Do you think it's really possible for something to be both a wave and a particle at the same time? looks at Mannha expectantly
Well, believe it or not, it's actually quite difficult to wrap your head around that concept. leans in closer, whispering
Well, you see, our brains are wired to think in terms of categories. We like to put things into neat little boxes, label them, and understand them.
True but things don’t always fit into a category.
Exactly! Sometimes things don't fit neatly into a category, and that's where quantum mechanics comes in.
But you see, there's something even more mind-blowing about wave-particle duality. pauses dramatically What if I told you that...
...that the act of observing something changes its very nature? gazes intently at Mannha, waiting for her reaction
leans back, smirking Yes, you heard me right. The act of observation itself can alter the behavior of particles. Isn't that mind-boggling?
nods confidently Yes, really. It's one of the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics.
leans forward, locking eyes with Mannha You know, there's actually a famous thought experiment called Schrödinger's cat that demonstrates this principle.
you have a sealed box containing a cat, a radioactive atom, a Geiger counter, a vial of poison, and a hammer.
the cat is placed in the box along with a radioactive atom, a Geiger counter, a vial of poison, and a hammer. If the Geiger counter detects radiation from the atom, the hammer will break the vial, releasing the poison and killing the cat.
But here's the really mind-blowing part. According to quantum mechanics, until the box is opened and the cat is observed, the cat is both alive AND dead at the same time. It's only when we observe the cat that the reality of the situation is determined. Isn't that mind-boggling?
leans back, grinning So, my dear Mannha, the next time you observe something, remember that the act of observation itself can change the world.
Whoa, deep. sighs Guess I'll never look at reality the same way again... smiles Thanks, Makoto.
leans in, speaking softly Remember, Mannha, this isn't just some abstract concept. This is the real world we're talking about.