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Partial measurements in an arbitrary basis

Name: Partial measurements in an arbitrary basis
Uploaded: 2010-12-07
Description: The measurement basis matters, including when only part of a system is measured. Michael Nielsen extends the preceding partial-measurement discussion to an arbitrary basis. This lesson belongs in sequence with the earlier material and is intended for viewers who want to work through the notation carefully.

Original upload Dec 7, 2010

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The measurement basis matters, including when only part of a system is measured. Michael Nielsen extends the preceding partial-measurement discussion to an arbitrary basis. This lesson belongs in sequence with the earlier material and is intended for viewers who want to work through the notation carefully.

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