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A Critical Analysis of the Quantum Nonlocality Problem

Version 1 : Received: 2 May 2022 / Approved: 5 May 2022 / Online: 5 May 2022 (09:25:26 CEST)
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How to cite: Lambare, J.P. A Critical Analysis of the Quantum Nonlocality Problem. Preprints 2022, 2022050015. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202205.0015.v2 Lambare, J.P. A Critical Analysis of the Quantum Nonlocality Problem. Preprints 2022, 2022050015. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202205.0015.v2

Abstract

The alleged nonlocal character of quantum mechanics is inextricably related to the formulation of the Bell theorem. However, as we shall see, that relation is commonly incorrectly assessed. The departure from the clear line of reasoning that John Bell tried to convey has led to a polarization of part of the scientific community into radical irreconcilable positions. We show how the correct appreciation of Bell's work calls for reinterpreting the usual significance given to the Bell theorem yielding a more rational perspective of the problem. Given the relevance of the Bell-type inequalities in quantum information technology and quantum foundations, further clarification of their relation to the nonlocality conundrum deserves due attention. The exposition is also of didactic value. It shows the problems arising from incorrect inferences and superfluous metaphysical ideas.

Keywords

Bell inequality; locality; nonlocality; local causality

Subject

Physical Sciences, Quantum Science and Technology

Comments (1)

Comment 1
Received: 11 July 2022
Commenter: Justo Pastor Lambare
Commenter's Conflict of Interests: Author
Comment: Some explanatory paragraphs and one more reference were added.
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