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Dec 22
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97 - The Schrödinger Equation: The Heart...

DAN HOOPER, SHALMA WEGSMAN
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Quantum mechanics is full of surprises. But somehow, the theory is captured almost entirely in a single equation. Today we explore the Schrödinger equation: how it works, what it says about nature, and why it revolutionized physics. For ad-free episodes and exclusive ask-us-anything segments, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythi ... Show More
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