Quantum mechanics explained to kids

Quantum mechanics is the branch of physics that studies the behavior of matter and energy at the atomic and subatomic levels. It is also called quantum physics or quantum theory. Quantum mechanics was developed in the early 1900s to explain the behavior of particles that are too small to be seen with a microscope. Quantum mechanics has been used to explain many strange and mysterious phenomena in the world of physics, such as why some particles can be in two or more places at the same time. It has also been used to develop new technologies, such as lasers and transistors. Quantum mechanics is based on the idea that matter and energy are made up of tiny particles called quanta. Quantum mechanics can be used to explain the behavior of these particles. Quantum mechanics is a complex subject, and scientists are still learning about it. However, it has already had a big impact on our understanding of the world, and it will likely continue to do so in the future.

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