Expectation Value (quantum Mechanics)

Expectation Value (quantum Mechanics)

In quantum mechanics, the expectation value is the predicted mean value of the result (measurement) of an experiment. Despite the name, it is not the most probable value of a measurement. It is a fundamental concept in all areas of quantum physics.

Read more about Expectation Value (quantum Mechanics):  Operational Definition, Formalism in Quantum Mechanics, General Formulation, Example in Configuration Space

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