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quantum physics

American  
[kwahn-tuhm fiz-iks] / ˈkwɑn təm ˈfɪz ɪks /

noun

  1. the branch of physics concerned with the principles of quantum mechanics, including the uncertainty principle, wave-particle duality, and entanglement.


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Their 16 students included professors of atmospheric science, biology, engineering and quantum physics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

By integrating metasurface optics directly into the detector itself, the researchers demonstrate how advances in quantum physics and materials engineering can help unlock the full potential of terahertz technology.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

It does not overthrow Einstein’s relativity or quantum physics — it completes them.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Quantum computing aims to harness quantum physics to solve complex problems much faster than classical computers can.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Like quantum physics, Einstein’s theory of relativity, or how to flirt.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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