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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.


quantum physics Scientific  

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Their work suggests that a mathematical feature of space-time itself may prevent the cosmological constant from ballooning to the huge values expected from quantum physics.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

In a recent study exploring the fundamentals of quantum physics, researchers examined how matter behaves at extremely small scales, including atoms, electrons, and photons.

From Science Daily • May 4, 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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