Coursework 4
Physics and the City
A. Questions for Submission
4.1 Wave-Particle Duality
- In what sense is definite momentum a superposition of definite position states?
- In what sense is definite position a superposition of definite momentum states?
- Draw a wavepacket without position or momentum. What determines the probability that it will correspond to a measurement outcome in a given location in space?
4.2. Irreducible Probability
- Describe Einstein's concern about irreducible probabilities.
- Does quantum indeterminism demand any particular account of causation? Why or why not?
B. For Further Discussion (Optional)
The Measurement Problem
- What is the measurement problem?
- Describe and evaluate the "Many Worlds" response.
- Describe and evaluate the "pilot wave" response.