observer effect in quantum mechanics
The observer effect in quantum mechanics refers to the idea that the act of observing or measuring a quantum system can significantly impact its behavior or properties, often leading to the collapse of its wavefunction and the determination of a definite state. Essentially, the presence of an observer changes the outcome or characteristics of the quantum system being observed.
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