Stern-Gerlach Experiments and Complex Numbers in Quantum Physics
S. Sivakumar
TL;DR
This paper argues for the fundamental role of complex numbers in quantum physics, using results from tandem Stern-Gerlach experiments to motivate their necessity.
Contribution
It provides a motivation for complex numbers in quantum theory based on experimental results, clarifying their essential role.
Findings
Complex numbers are shown to be necessary in quantum descriptions.
Experimental results from tandem Stern-Gerlach experiments support the use of complex numbers.
The paper clarifies the foundational importance of complex numbers in quantum mechanics.
Abstract
It is often stated that complex numbers are essential in quantum theory. In this article, the need for complex numbers in quantum theory is motivated using the results of tandem Stern-Gerlach experiments
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TopicsQuantum Mechanics and Applications · Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture