The No Cloning Theorem

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Explains the no-cloning theorem: why an unknown quantum state can't be copied, and what that means for quantum computing and cryptography; brief and precise.

What you'll learn

The quantum no-cloning theorem and why unknown quantum states cannot be copied.

Video by minutephysics, played through YouTube's embedded player.

Part of Quantum Mechanics, MinutePhysics, MinutePhysics (chronological order)

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