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One reads a lot about quantum fluctuations but what exactly are they and how do they make a seed for galaxy formations ?
Chronos said:In the very early universe the size scale was not yet fixed.
A quantum fluctuation is a temporary change in the energy level of a system at the quantum level. It is a manifestation of the uncertainty principle in quantum mechanics, where particles can briefly borrow energy from the surrounding vacuum before returning it, resulting in a fluctuation of energy.
Quantum fluctuations occur due to the inherent uncertainty in the behavior of particles at the quantum level. According to quantum mechanics, particles can exist in multiple states simultaneously, and these fluctuations arise when particles transition between these states.
Yes, quantum fluctuations are considered to be random as they cannot be predicted or controlled. They are an inherent part of the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics and are a result of particles having multiple possible states at any given time.
Due to their brief and unpredictable nature, quantum fluctuations cannot be directly observed. However, their effects can be observed and measured through various experiments, such as the Casimir effect and the Lamb shift.
Although quantum fluctuations may seem insignificant on a macroscopic level, they play a crucial role in many phenomena, such as radioactive decay, the stability of atoms, and the behavior of particles in accelerators. They also have practical applications in technologies such as transistors and lasers.