part 3 critique: response to hammad’s opinion

I also think that this experiment is a very big step and talking about the the world of technology this experiment will make a big difference. I think this concept of classical mechanics will not be as much effective as quantum mechanics because quantum mechanics is defined in many different ways. I also think that doing these big experiments will encourage them to think even more harder to accomplish their goals and maybe their experiments could be observed. With no doubt this will be much effective to our technology in this world. If they can achieve the BEC they will think of more but i dont see a reason why they should go back and try to fix old experiment, that wont be necessary. I think these experiments might have been going on for some years now and they are very hard and painful in my own pespective but i also think they will find what they are looking for.

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I shared a similar experience as Mel when I first read the article. I was confused and had no clue of what the article meant and what kind of information it contained. I, however, did some research on it (not unlike Mel) and after reading it a couple of times, understood what the article was trying to tell us. I agree with Mel’s statement that if the experiment was successful, it would be the first step in discovering the basic knowledge about a crucial topic such as this. I also agree that quantum physics will become really useful in the future generation, technology-wise, and will affect humanity in a very significant way.

In my perspective, this person’s summary follows most of what is expected. For example, this person illustrated quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, and the Bose Einstein condensate (BEC). But, this person did not illustrate the article much for a reader to understand. This comment is mostly illustrating the quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, and Bose Einstein condensate (BEC). In other words, 70% of this comment is illustrates the three states, and 30% illustrates the article. Regarding this, this person’s comment was fascinating at the end. For example, this person talked about what it would be like to compare classical mechanics and quantum mechanics. Overall the comment illustrated the article and mostly classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and Bose Einstein condensate (BEC).

I agree with Mel’s comment. In my opinion, he has a rational behind his opinion, that is Quantum Mechanics and Classical Mechanics have their own uses and applications. Truly, science has not advanced such that Quantum Mechanics can completely replace classical mechanics. However as most other people said that the experiment can be a huge success too. I’m in agreement with the fact that quantum mechanics will be put to greater and more extensive use. The world of physics will change. We will adapt to a new technology soon. I also like Veena’s comment on the fact that the theories we learn in class need to be applied to the test (here in the experiment). All of these aspects are correct.

I agree with Veena’s opinion on application of theory learnt. Basically, we are constantly learning something new and probably essential to us at times but when it is actually time to apply those theories we do not instinctively think of using those theories because they only seem to look good for the tests and exams. And just like Veena I too was surprised to find out that although this phenomenon has always been in talks but had never been observed which developed my interest in this and led me to read the article further to the end. It will be pretty amazing to witness the transition from the classical physics era to the quantum mechanics and be familiar with both of them equally. I do agree as well on the point that we were taught about only 3 states of matter and the concept of 4th state of matter was really unique to me.
It was interesting to know how this experiment will be conducted and therefore I wish that there could be some way that we as well could be able to observe this experiment as it is taking place.
Overall, it is true that the article inspired me to take my learning one step further by applying it to things in real life.

Saira’s belief that scientists definitely will be able to observe the difference and change between the classical and quantum world by the naked eye, I have to criticize because scientists haven’t yet acquired the skill to cool the cantilever arm to the exact temperature of one thousandth of a degree above absolute zero, let alone succeeded in carrying out the experiment. Therefore, one cannot be completely positive that scientists will be able to observe this change. For example if the experiment fails, that is if scientists are unable to cool the rubidium cloud to the exact temperature, the cantilever arm would remain as classical and uninteresting as a regular diving board with a magnet attached to it. This way, quantum mechanics would not be observed by the naked eye. Although it is true that technology keeps advancing, and the liklihood of this experiment failing are very less, we must also take into account that this experiment has not been conducted yet. Therefore, the high expectation that the difference between quantum mechanics and classical mechanics will be observed by the naked eye is just that, an expectation. Either way, whether this experiment is successful or not, it is evident that it will introduce new theories and abolish some older theories relating to the field of chemistry and physics in science.

It is interesting because I do feel the same way as Abira does; I thought that quantum mechanics would not be important and could not actually be practically applied only to notice that it can bring about such a discovery. I also agree with Abira when she says that the outcome of the experiment would be a breakthrough in the field of science. It was written in the article itself that no matter the outcome it would definitely lead to more discoveries in the field. Abira predicts an outcome of the experiment, which is possible but almost impossible. I do not expect one of the outcomes to be some sort of nuclear weapon. Of course, in order to understand any new discovery, one must perform experiments and some outcomes, which are not pleasing. Even in the case of getting a new war weapon, I think that our country’s laws will probably ban the use of it. Then again, it is very improbable and that we should not worry about it right now. I agree with Abira when she says that we are ignoring the important things and instead focusing on useless information. Science is what will depict our future and it is essential to learn about it. The more knowledge we gain through reading and performing some research on our own, the more we will happen what is actually going around us. The useless information such as celebrity gossip are simply time consuming and irrelevant. I totally support Abira’s last statement when she says we, especially students must get involved in the science and technology will eventually change our world.

honestly i agree with mels statement on this one. The first time i read the article i was sort of lost and i continued to read it over and over again, also i did some research on it to be totally clear. i also agree on how when mel says this “experiment can possibly reveal very important information” i also think that even if success or fail we will be getting important information. Evenmore i agree that this experiment will be the threshold to the branch of quantum physics, because it will many doors to the study of quantum physics. Even if this experiment is a success only time will tell if the information is going to be useful or not. I also thought mel’s comment was written well and not just rushed, it seemed like he actually struggled with it to understand what the meaning of the article was to me that is a also a good sense that’s why he wrote a good comment and why i picked his comment.

I completely and totally agree with the majority of Hammad’s opinion paragraph on the article. I too think this experiment is fascinating and will lead to technological advancement. However, there is one part I don’t completely agree with. Hammad states that he believes classical mechanics will be replaced by quantum mechanics. I’m in agreement with the fact that quantum mechanics wil be put to greater and more extensive use, but I don’t think it will totally replace classical mechanics (might replace some aspects of it, but not by any means this whole branch of science). This is because in my opinion both branches have their own unique uses and applications. Other than that, I support Hammad’s opinion totally and feel his response was well written and accurately expressed his view.

After reading Kenneth’s part 2 response I have noticed that a lot of our opinions on the article are very similar. It seems apparent to me that we both have interpreted the knowledge gained from the article in a similar manner. I mentioned in my response how fascinating it would be to see the scientific breakthrough if the scientists are able to witness the effects of quantum physics and Kenneth displays the same interest. We both agree that this would open doors to a whole new world of quantum mechanics and physics. It seems that Kenneth is very optimistic about the results of this experiment and I applaud him for his enthusiasm in this subject. Not many high school students know a lot about this subject of interest we were asked to evaluate. One thing I may disagree with in his response is that classical mechanics is boring. I do not believe that is the case because like how we are feeling now imagine how the people in history felt when they theorized classical mechanics for the first time? They also must have felt a great sense of achievement and hope for the future. Though I agree it is time to move on, but one must never disregard the past. Because it is because of the past, that we are able to move forward in the future.