Duality and measurement: the Copenhagen reconciliation

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Authors: Vincenzo Chilla
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Abstract

Duality, not monism, constitutes the hermeneutic lens that characterizes the original Copenhagen interpretation of Quantum Mechanics. Therefore, evoking the principles of correspondence and complementarity, in this work we re-assert a dual-aspect reading of quantum theory, structured through a multi-perspective schema encompassing its ontological, analytical, epistemological, causal, and information dimensions. We then show how this schema dissolves the so-called 'measurement problem', along with the associated 'knowledge-information' and 'macro-micro' dichotomies, issues historically raised within later monistic or universalist philosophical settings that ultimately depart from the traditional Copenhagen spirit.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Quantum Mechanics and Applications Philosophy and History of Science Philosophy and Theoretical Science

Publication details

Journal / source
arXiv (Cornell University)
Publication date
6 January 2026
Document type
Preprint