Pure and mixed states
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Publication:6325247
DOI10.1007/S13538-020-00808-0arXiv1909.06232MaRDI QIDQ6325247FDOQ6325247
Authors: J. C. A. Barata, Marcos Brum, Victor Chabu, R. Correa da Silva 
Publication date: 13 September 2019
Abstract: We present a review on the notion of pure states and mixtures as mathematical concepts that apply for both classical and quantum physical theories, as well as for any other theory depending on statistical description. Here, states will be presented as expectation values on suitable algebras of observables, in a manner intended for the non-specialist reader; accordingly, basic literature on the subject will be provided. Examples will be exposed together with a discussion on their meanings and implications. An example will be shown where a pure quantum state converges to a classical mixture of particles as Planck's constant tends to zero.
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