6 The double-slit experiment
The weirdness of quantum behaviour is discussed by ‘Dr Quantum’ in the next video. The double-slit experiment has been voted as the most important experiment in physics, but it is also the most baffling! Watch Video 4 now and then do Activity 8.
Activity 8 The double-slit particle or wave?
Allow approximately 15 minutes
Choose the correct options to complete the following statements.
You will now look at how these quantum effects are used on Earth and on the ISS.
OpenLearn - Microgravity: living on the International Space Station
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