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Discrete–continuous and classical–quantum
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 01 April 2007
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We present a discussion concerning the opposition between discreteness and the continuum in quantum mechanics. In particular, it is shown that this duality was not restricted to the early days of the theory, but remains current, and features different aspects of discretisation. In particular, the discreteness of quantum mechanics is key for quantum information and quantum computation. We propose a conclusion involving a concept of completeness linking discreteness and the continuum.
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