Constraints on Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics

Details Constraints on Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics Constraints on Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics

2009-12-15

arxiv.org/abs/0912.2985v1

Physics

General Physics

32 pages main text (for the general reader); 25 pages appendices (mathematical justification of the principles)

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A succinct statement and justification of all the principles necessary to understand and evaluate interpretations of quantum mechanics is given. These principles provide strong constraints on interpretations. They imply the particle-like properties of mass, energy, momentum, spin, charge, and locality are actually properties of the wave function, and this in turn implies there is no evidence for the existence of particles. In addition, there is currently no experimental evidence for collapse, and a theory of collapse encounters significant hurdles. Further, the probability law is found to rule out the many-worlds interpretation, so all three major interpretations encounter serious to fatal problems. An interpretation which conforms to all the principles is given.

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