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Inference International Review of Science

Einstein’s Entanglements

Jeremy Bernstein

Published Jul 11, 2019• 0 citations
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Abstract

In three short pieces, Jeremy Bernstein explores Einstein’s evolving views on quantum theory, Einstein and Oppenheimer’s contrasting conclusions about black holes, and Einstein’s longstanding friendship with Michele Besso.
DOI
10.37282/991819.19.32

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