Causality and Acausality in Modern Physics - by Robert Parle (Hardcover)

About the Book

Causality and acausality in modern physics explore the fundamental principles governing the relationship between cause and effect, challenging traditional notions in light of quantum mechanics and relativity. While causality traditionally asserts that every event has a preceding cause, quantum mechanics introduces phenomena where events occur without perceptible causes, termed acausality. This concept is notably observed in quantum entanglement, where particles instantaneously influence each other's states regardless of distance, defying classical causal relationships. Such phenomena give rise to deeper philosophical and theoretical inquiries into the nature of reality and the limitations of human understanding. Despite these challenges, the study of causality and acausality continues to enrich our understanding of the universe, paving the way for new perspectives and potential applications in quantum computing, communication and information theory. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of modern physics. It presents the complex subject of causality and acausality in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. The book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.

Book Synopsis

Causality and acausality in modern physics explore the fundamental principles governing the relationship between cause and effect, challenging traditional notions in light of quantum mechanics and relativity. While causality traditionally asserts that every event has a preceding cause, quantum mechanics introduces phenomena where events occur without perceptible causes, termed acausality. This concept is notably observed in quantum entanglement, where particles instantaneously influence each other's states regardless of distance, defying classical causal relationships. Such phenomena give rise to deeper philosophical and theoretical inquiries into the nature of reality and the limitations of human understanding. Despite these challenges, the study of causality and acausality continues to enrich our understanding of the universe, paving the way for new perspectives and potential applications in quantum computing, communication and information theory. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of modern physics. It presents the complex subject of causality and acausality in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. The book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.