The Casimir effect—How the nothing of vacuum became something in physics
SEP 30, 2021
While the classical vacuum of empty space is static, and perhaps a bit dull, the reality of the quantum vacuum is anything but boring. Electromagnetic fields are constantly fluctuating and can give rise to measurable consequences. One striking effect is the Casimir force, where quantum fluctuations between two charge neutral plates give…Watch the video to learn more! Originally aired September 2021.
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