What is Quantum Mechanics and Why is it Fascinating?

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In summary, quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the behavior of particles at the smallest scale. It explains how particles such as atoms and subatomic particles behave and interact with each other. What makes it fascinating is that it challenges our understanding of reality and introduces concepts such as wave-particle duality and superposition, which defy our classical intuitions. It also has practical applications in fields like computing and cryptography, making it a vital and continuously evolving area of study.
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Hello happy members of this physics forum, I'm a new member from France.
Passionate in physics and physical related stuff, I do it as spare time leisure. I'm mainly interested though in quantum mechanics
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