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What is the significance of the wave-particle duality in quantum mechanics?
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The wave-particle duality is an important concept in quantum mechanics, since it allows for a more complete understanding of the behavior of particles on an atomic and subatomic level. It states that all particles, including photons, electrons, and other particles, can exhibit both wave-like behavior and particle-like behavior. This means that particles can display properties of both waves
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 • such as interference and superposition
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 • along with particle-like properties, such as particle localization and momentum. This has significant implications in the understanding of the quantum world, and is a key concept in quantum mechanics.