Let's Kill You a Billion Times to Make You Immortal

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell • 2025-07-29T14:00:02Z • 12:34 • advanced • Science

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Have you ever wondered if you could be immortal? Dive into the mind-bending world of quantum mechanics and discover how the theory of quantum immortality might just hold the key to your survival across infinite realities!

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Q1. What is the main concept discussed in the video regarding quantum mechanics?

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Q2. How does quantum mechanics differ from classical physics in terms of particle behavior?

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Q3. What happens in the proposed experiment with the nuclear bomb and electron detectors?

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Q4. What are the two schools of thought regarding the interpretation of quantum mechanics mentioned in the video?

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Q5. What does the many-worlds interpretation imply about the outcomes of quantum processes?

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Vocabulary

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immortal

/ɪˈmɔːrtəl/

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Living forever; never dying or decaying.

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Some myths tell of heroes who became immortal after completing great tasks.

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quantum

/ˈkwɒntəm/

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Relating to the smallest units of matter and energy, especially in physics.

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Quantum mechanics helps explain the behavior of particles at the atomic level.

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probability

/ˌprɒbəˈbɪləti/

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The likelihood or chance of an event occurring.

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The probability of winning the lottery is extremely low.

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theoretical

/ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkəl/

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Based on or calculated through theory rather than experience or practice.

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Theoretical physics often explores concepts that cannot yet be tested experimentally.

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interpretation

/ɪnˌtɜːrprɪˈteɪʃən/

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The action of explaining the meaning of something.

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Different interpretations of the same text can lead to varied conclusions.

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existence

/ɪɡˈzɪstəns/

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The state or fact of living or having objective reality.

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Philosophers have long debated the nature of existence and reality.

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