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The Copenhagen Interpretation is a philosophical construct which was formulated to provide a fundamental framework for
understanding the implicit assumptions, limitations, and applicability of the theory of quantum mechanics. It is
referred to as the "Copenhagen" Interpretation because it was largely developed at Niels
Bohr's Institute for Atomic Studies, located in Copenhagen, Denmark. During its heyday, the Copenhagen
Institute was the world's premiere center for quantum studies. Among the students who flocked to study under Bohr were
many of the young physicists who were to make deep and significant contributions to the development of quantum
mechanics.
Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen Paradox, Quantum Mechanics, Schrödinger's Cat, Schrödinger Equation, Uncertainty Principle

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© 1996-2007 Eric W. Weisstein
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