arXiv:physics/0209109

The Possible Solution to the Two-Slit Electron Interference Pattern

J. Zzimbe

Published Sep 30, 2002• 0 citations

Abstract

To this day, the two-slit electron interference pattern remains shrouded in an inordinate mystery. It continues to defy a logical and rational explanation. This paper will postulate a new "characteristic" pertaining to the electron. If this characteristic is correct, the mystery of the two-slit pattern will be eliminated. Furthermore, the theory is testable. Fundamentally, the tests entail running the experiment in slightly different ways. If the theory is correct, we shall see patterns that we've never previously witnessed.

DOI: 10.48550/arxiv.physics/0209109

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