Mathematical VS Metaphysical Understandings of Quantum Physics

The mathematical framework of quantum theory has passed countless successful tests and is now universally accepted as a consistent and accurate description of all atomic phenomena. The verbal interpretation, on the other hand – i.e., the metaphysics of quantum theory – is on far less solid ground. In fact, in more than forty years physicists have not been able to provide a clear metaphysical model.

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We have explained the quantum world mathematically, but we have failed to understanding it verbally.

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 The Tao of physics
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book:  Capra , Fritjof (2000-01-04), The Tao of physics, Shambhala Publications, Retrieved on 2012-01-30
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    Schemas

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     Our Non-Intuitive, Shadowy Understanding of Nature

    Memes mostly about the quantum world, where we use metaphors to describe things we can't really conceptualize in the macroworld.
    Folksonomies: metaphor understanding
    Folksonomies: metaphor understanding
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