EPR Paradox
The EPR Paradox is a thought experiment proposed by Albert Einstein, Boris Podolsky, and Nathan Rosen in 1935. It challenges the concept of quantum entanglement, where two particles can become linked in such a way that the state of one instantly influences the state of the other, regardless of the distance separating them. This phenomenon seems to contradict the principle of locality, which states that objects are only directly influenced by their immediate surroundings.
The paradox raises questions about the completeness of quantum mechanics as a theory. Einstein and his colleagues argued that if quantum mechanics were complete, it would imply "spooky action at a distance," which they found unacceptable. The EPR Paradox has since sparked extensive debate and research in the field of quantum physics, leading to further exploration of entanglement and its implications for our understanding of reality.