Spinverbunden

Spinverbunden is a term that describes a phenomenon or characteristic related to spin in physics. In quantum mechanics, spin is an intrinsic form of angular momentum carried by elementary particles. This spin property influences how particles interact with magnetic fields and with each other.

When particles are described as "spinverbunden," it typically refers to a state where their spins are correlated or entangled. Entanglement is a particularly non-classical property where the quantum states of two or more particles are linked in such a way that they must be described in reference to each other, even though the individual particles may be spatially separated. Measuring the spin of one entangled particle instantaneously influences the state of the other.

This concept of spin correlation is fundamental to quantum information science, including quantum computing and quantum communication. For instance, in quantum computing, entangled qubits (quantum bits) can perform computations that are intractable for classical computers. In quantum communication, entanglement can be used to establish secure keys through quantum cryptography. Understanding spinverbunden states is crucial for developing and advancing these technologies, and for a deeper comprehension of quantum phenomena. The term itself, likely of German origin, emphasizes this connection or linkage through spin.