Scientists Discover Quantum Entanglement Inside Protons
A groundbreaking study has revealed that quarks and gluons, the fundamental components of protons, engage in quantum entanglement. This phenomenon allows particles to instantly influence each other's states, regardless of distance. Researchers conducted high-energy particle collisions to investigate this interaction at an unprecedented scale of one quadrillionth of a meter, confirming that entanglement exists within individual protons.
The study, carried out over six years, utilized advanced techniques from quantum information science and analyzed data from collision experiments at facilities such as the Large Hadron Collider. The discovery challenges the traditional view of protons as mere collections of quarks and gluons, indicating a more complex and dynamic system.
Entangled states within protons can enhance understanding of nuclear physics, including how particles interact in a dense nuclear environment. The research team plans to explore further how entanglement behaves in these conditions, with future studies at the upcoming Electron-Ion Collider set to provide more insights.
The findings were published in the journal Reports on Progress in Physics.
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