Double Slit Experiment

The double slit experiment is a fundamental experiment in quantum mechanics that demonstrates the wave-particle duality of matter.

Wave-like Behavior:
- When particles such as electrons are fired through two slits, an interference pattern is observed on a screen behind the slits.
- This pattern suggests that the particles behave as waves, interfering with themselves.
Particle-like Behavior:
- However, when detectors are placed at the slits to determine which slit the particles pass through, the interference pattern disappears.
- This indicates that the particles behave as particles, passing through only one slit at a time.
Implications:
- The double slit experiment challenges classical notions of reality and raises questions about the nature of observation and the relationship between mind and matter.

For more information on the double slit experiment and its implications, visit our quantum mechanics section.