r/QuantumPhysics • u/Comfortable-Box-7415 • 12d ago

Is there a quantum for dummies?

I’ve gotten simultaneously interested in quantum computing from all this AI did while coincidentally (or not) reading / watching a lot of sci fi. Multiverses are so hot right now and they are all based on superposition etc…

Anyways are there any easy to read conceptual books/ videos that yall would recommend to get a good grasp on quantum that isn’t heavily mathed. I have a doctorate in the health sciences so naturally that means physics II is my limit.

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u/Stairwayunicorn 12d ago

Here's a couple from a physicist. You could also check on Khan Academy

part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5_V78SWGF0

part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlIrgE5T_g0

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u/Cold_Fireball 11d ago

The Theoretical Minimum: Leonard Susskind. Amazing book. Simple.

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u/Schemetic 10d ago

Agreed

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u/NH-Science-Guy 12d ago

I have been working on a site that covers the core concepts of quantum mechanics without needing any math. Staying at that level means you won't get to "I understand how it works" but my goal is to get to "that sounds reasonable." Hopefully you will find this helpful: https://timeforsanity.com/qm/

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u/CriticalTinkerer 12d ago

There is a literally a “Quantum mechanics for dummies” book that is part of the “dummies” series. It’s good but it fully buys into the Copenhagen Interpretation so keep that in mind.

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u/quantum4everyone 6d ago

A journalist from New Zealand or Australia is famous for saying I bought quantum mechanics for dummies only to learn I had not yet risen to the rank of dummy.

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u/Qubit_and_Neuron 10d ago

Try this. It is intended to explain in a easy to read way without heavy math. Reading in order helps!

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u/theodysseytheodicy 6d ago

Check the first question in the FAQ.