Biophysical Chemistry
The observer effect refers to changes that the act of observation can make on a system, particularly in quantum mechanics. When a measurement is made, the state of a quantum system is altered, which means the outcome can be influenced by the method of observation. This phenomenon highlights the interplay between measurement and the behavior of particles at a quantum level, emphasizing that the very act of observing can impact the results.
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