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Wayne M. Itano (Assoc)

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The quantum Zeno paradox, 42 years on

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Wayne M. Itano
The term 'quantum Zeno paradox' or 'quantum Zeno effect' refers to the slowing down of the evolution of a quantum system as it is observed more and more
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Created October 9, 2019, Updated December 8, 2022
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