Abstract
The quantum computer game 'Schrödinger cat and hounds' is the quantum extension of the well-known classical game fox and hounds. Its main objective is to teach the unique concepts of quantum mechanics in a fun way. 'Schrödinger cat and hounds' demonstrates the effects of superposition, destructive and constructive interference, measurements and entanglement. More advanced concepts, like particle-wave duality and decoherence, can also be taught using the game as a model. The game that has an optimal solution in the classical version, can have many different solutions and a new balance of powers in the quantum world. Game-aided lectures were given to high-school students which showed that it is a valid and entertaining teaching platform.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 346-354 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Physics Education |
Volume | 47 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |