Skip to content

Analysis Quote by Erwin Schrodinger

“A careful analysis of the process of observation in atomic physics has shown that the subatomic particles have no meaning as isolated entities, but can only be understood as interconnections between the preparation of an experiment and the subsequent measurement.” quote by Erwin Schrodinger
Download Open image
“A careful analysis of the process of observation in atomic physics has shown that the subatomic particles have no meaning as isolated entities, but can only be understood as interconnections between the preparation of an experiment and the subsequent measurement.”

Erwin Schrodinger

About This Quote

Source Paper: Quantum Mechanics, 1935

Subatomic particles lack independent existence; they are defined by experimental context and measurement.

In simple terms: Particles only exist through how we prepare and measure them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the role of observation in defining reality.

Themes

quantum physics measurement interconnectedness

Mood

curious thoughtful

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • laboratory experiments
  • particle detection
  • theoretical modeling

Key Concepts

entanglement observer effect contextuality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does measurement shape reality?
  • Can we ever know a particle’s true nature?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may vary; some view particles as having intrinsic properties.

5.0 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Erwin Schrodinger

Explore all 79 Erwin Schrodinger quotes

More Analysis quotes

Browse all 1,547 Analysis quotes