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Planck's Constant and The Origin of Quantum Mechanics

Planck's Length is the length below which the concept of length loses its meaning. What exactly does that mean and what are the incredible implications this fact has upon our reality? To find out check out this episode of Space Time where Matt digs into the early history of quantum mechanics.
Season 2 Episode 34 Length 11:02 Premiere: 06/22/16

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