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Quantum (disambiguation)
In general, a quantum (plural: quanta) may refer to:
- In physics, quantum is an elementary indivisible entity. In particular
- Quantum physics includes several types of theories which make use of quanta. It relates to quantum mechanics, various iterations of quantum theory and quantum field theory. The term quantum leap is often used metaphorically to refer to any kind of step change.
- In chemistry, theoretical quantum chemistry uses quantum theory
- In neuroscience, quantum refers to a discrete component of a physiological response
- In cognitive science the following concepts are used:
- In computer science, quantum computer is a hypothetical computer which functioning is based on quantum theory
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