Cesium Experiment Demonstrates Quantum Superposition

Quantum physics is a remarkable field of research for new ideas and technologies that could benefit mankind, as soon as you learn how to get over the fact that just about everything in it doesn't make sense. Particles exist in two states at the same time, and they can communicate with ea... [ read more >> ]

A single cesium atom is trapped in a grid of light. The atom has two states, red and blue

Image comment: A single cesium atom is trapped in a grid of light. The atom has two states, red and blue
Image credits: Image courtesy of University of Bonn

A single cesium atom is trapped in a grid of light. The atom has two states, red and blue