Schrodinger's wave-mechanics is not a physical theory, but a dodge - and a very good dodge too.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Schrödinger's wave-mechanics is a useful trick rather than a true physical theory.
- In plain terms
- Wave-mechanics is a clever math trick, not a real theory of physics.
- What can you take from it?
- Some theories are practical shortcuts even if they lack ontological depth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What counts as a physical theory?
- Is a dodge still science?
Another view
Wave-mechanics underpins much of modern quantum physics and predicts well.
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