Without understanding quantum mechanics, we would not have electron microscopes, photomultipliers, or MRI machines—medical and scientific instruments whose operation depends fundamentally on quantum mechanical principles.

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Jim Al-Khalili

Evidence Quote

[43:47] let alone things like the the electron microscope the the uh photo multiplier...um MRI machines they're quantum it's not just sticking a patient in a strong magnetic field it works because of quantum mechanics

Source

The mind-bending reality of quantum mechanics - with Jim Al KhaliliThe Royal Institution
Created: 8/11/2026, 5:36:17 AM

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