Quantum Degenerate Gas

A quantum degenerate gas is a state of matter formed when particles, like atoms, are cooled to temperatures near absolute zero, causing their quantum properties to dominate. At these extremely low temperatures, the particles occupy the lowest possible energy levels and behave collectively rather than as individual entities. This leads to unusual phenomena, such as superfluidity and Bose-Einstein condensation, where atoms act in unison, displaying quantum effects on a macroscopic scale. Such gases provide valuable insight into quantum mechanics and help scientists explore fundamental physical laws.