Subatomic particles live in a cloud of probability. The video explains the Heisenberg uncertainty principle and how it relates to this cloud of probability. It also details the observer effect, which is often confused for the uncertainty principle. Remember according to Neils Bohr, "Anyone who is not shocked by quantum theory has not understood it."

Concepts

subatomic particles, the heisenberg uncertainty principal

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a chart with the differences between the uncertainty principle and the observer effect

Classroom Considerations

• Preview the video as some language by the presenter may not be acceptable in your classroom
• Many comments visible below the video contain references to controlled substances; you should carefully frame the video to avoid having these displayed

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides closed captioning in English and Polish
• The short video addresses a common misconception held by pupils

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4