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Kvantointivirta, also known as quantum entanglement, is a fundamental phenomenon in quantum mechanics where two or more particles become interconnected in such a way that the state of one particle cannot be described independently of the state of the other(s), even when separated by large distances. This connection is not due to any physical interaction between the particles, but rather a direct consequence of the quantum mechanical wave function that describes the system.

The concept of entanglement was first introduced by Albert Einstein, Boris Podolsky, and Nathan Rosen in 1935, in a thought experiment known as the EPR paradox. They argued that quantum mechanics was incomplete because it allowed for "spooky action at a distance," where the state of one particle could instantaneously affect the state of another, regardless of the distance between them. This idea was later supported by John Bell in 1964, who formulated Bell's theorem, which provides a way to test the predictions of quantum mechanics against those of local hidden variable theories.

Experimental tests of Bell's inequalities have consistently shown violations, confirming the non-local nature of quantum entanglement. This has led to the development of various applications in quantum information science, such as quantum teleportation, quantum cryptography, and quantum computing. In these applications, entanglement is used to transmit information or perform computations in ways that are not possible with classical systems.

Despite its counterintuitive nature, quantum entanglement is a well-established phenomenon in quantum mechanics, with numerous experimental confirmations. It remains an active area of research, with scientists exploring its fundamental properties and potential applications in technology.