Quantum fluctuations give rise to the uncertainty of reality from "summary" of Reality Is Not What It Seems by Carlo Rovelli
Quantum fluctuations lie at the heart of the uncertainty that characterizes the fabric of reality. These fluctuations are not mere mathematical abstractions; they are intrinsic to the nature of the universe as revealed by quantum mechanics. At the most fundamental level, particles are not fixed entities with definite properties but rather dynamic entities in a state of constant flux. The uncertainty principle, formulated by Werner Heisenberg, captures this essential feature of quantum reality. It asserts that the more precisely we try to measure a particle's position, the less precisely we can determine its momentum, and vice versa. This inherent fuzziness in the underlying structure of the universe is not a limitation of our tools or methods but a fundamental aspect of reality itself. Quantum fluctuations give rise to a shimmering, uncertain landscape where particles pop in and out of existence, borrowing energy from the vacuum for fleeting moments before disappearing again. This dynamic dance of creation and annihilation is not a mere meta...
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