Superposition Explained (Schrödinger's Cat) | Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics

If you've heard anything about quantum mechanics, you've probably heard of Schrödinger's cat. It's a famous thought experiment (*not a real experiment*) in which a cat is said to be both alive and dead at the same time. It's in a quantum superposition. But what does that really mean? This video discusses what quantum superposition really is. And if this bizarre thought experiment relates to the real world at all. The answer is yes… and no. Join Katie Mack, Perimeter Institute’s Hawking Chair in Cosmology and Science Communication, over 10 short forays into the weird, wonderful world of quantum science. Episodes are published weekly, subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss an update. Want to learn more about quantum concepts? Visit https://perimeterinstitute.ca/quantum-101-quantum-science-explained to access free resources. Follow our host "AstroKatie" Katie Mack: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AstroKatie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrokatiemack/?hl=en Follow Perimeter: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Perimeter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/perimeter-institute/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perimeterinstitute/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pioutreach Perimeter Institute (charitable registration number 88981 4323 RR0001) is the world’s largest independent research hub devoted to theoretical physics, created to foster breakthroughs in the fundamental understanding of our universe, from the smallest particles to the entire cosmos. Be part of the equation: https://perimeterinstitute.ca/donate