mittausefekti
The term "mittausefekti" is a Finnish word that translates to "measurement effect" or "observer effect" in English. It refers to the phenomenon where the act of measuring or observing a system can influence the system's behavior or properties. This concept is particularly relevant in fields like physics and psychology.
In quantum mechanics, the measurement effect is a fundamental principle. The act of measuring a quantum property,
In psychology, the Hawthorne effect is a related concept. It describes how individuals tend to modify their
The measurement effect underscores the importance of carefully considering the methodology when conducting experiments or observations.