MIT’s double slit experiment rejected Einstein’s theory
Samira Vishwas July 31, 2025 12:24 AM

Highlights

  • Double slit experiment ‘proved Einstein’s theory wrong
  • MIT scientists repeated historical experiments with ultracold atoms and single photons
  • Einstein and Niels Bohar’s 1927 debate got a new turn
  • New direction to understand quantum physics, technical world will benefit
  • The experiment said that the behavior of lights is more like waves, not like particles

What is double slit experiment?

Double slit experiment science

Double slit experiment is one of the use of quantum physics in the world of science. In this experiment, two fine slits (holes) are made on a screen, through which the lights or a shower of particles pass. If there were lights or particles, two straight stripes would have been formed on the screen. But the opposite happens – an interface pattern is formed on the screen that shows that the lights behave like waves.

Lights: Particle or wave?

Double slit experiment proves that lights have dual properties – sometimes as a particle (photon) and sometimes as a wave. This concept is different from the rules of classical physics and reflects the complexity of quantum theory.

Einstein vs. Bohar: Historical debate of quantum

1927: When Einstein raises questions

In 1927, there was a strong debate between Einstein and Niels Bohar at the Solve Conference in Belgium. Einstein believed that when photons pass through two holes in double slit experiment, they definitely leave some mark in their way, which is proof of their particle.

Bohar’s reply: Undexivation is the rule

Niels Bohar opposed this and said that uncertainty in the quantum world is the rule. No measurement can tell both the position and speed of the object simultaneously. Bohar’s ideas were called ‘Copenhagen Interpretation’, which is still the mainstay of quantum mechanics.

MIT’s new double slit experiment

Technical changes and accuracy

MIT scientists repeated double slit experiment in 2025 with more accuracy. This time he used ultracold atoms and single photons. It is considered to be the most accurate and controlled double slit experiment ever.

Conclusion: Einstein’s Theory rejects

The results of the experiment proved that when each photon passes through the slit, they do not leave any type of mark on the screen. It is directly against Einstein’s theory and strengthens the interpretation of Niels Bohar.

What does this mean?

New twist in science

This double slit experiment proved that things in the quantum world are beyond our comprehension. This discovery not only points to the principle, but also towards technological innovations.

Revolution in quantum computing and cryptography

This experiment has great progress in techniques such as quantum computing, quantum cryptography and quantum communication. When we can understand how photons behave, we will be able to control them in a better way.

Unique world of quantum mechanics

Rule of uncertainty

The most shocking feature of quantum mechanics is that the future of events is not fixed in it. The position, speed and energy of the objects are subject to probability.

Supervision influence

The double slit experiment also shows that only observation of goods also changes their behavior. This scientific concept is no longer philosophy, but scientific experimental truth.

Will this change the future?

Effect on education and research

The new form of double slit experiment has shook the world of science. In universities and research institutes, a fresh study on this subject has started.

Changes in daily techniques

Although this experiment is extremely complex, its findings can also bring significant changes in common techniques like smartphones, internet security, medical diagnostics.

This double slit experiment of MIT is not only a new chapter in the history of physics, but it combines scientific thinking, philosophical debate and technical possibilities together. This experiment has scientifically challenged the 98 -year -old Einstein’s ideas and has given more authenticity to the theory of Bohar’s uncertainty. In the coming years, this discovery will help scientists peep into the depth of nature and shape future techniques.

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