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Calculated Shard: 77 (from laksa192)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa077.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://medium.com/@sheroy.cooper/quantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://medium.com/@sheroy.cooper/quantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/medium.com\/@sheroy.cooper\/quantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939","crawl_time":1775393744,"first_indexed_time":0,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,medium!\/@sheroy.cooper\/quantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939 s443","src_root_hash":"13179037029838926277","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Quantum Superposition — Explained Simply and In-Depth | by Sheroy Cooper | Medium","meta_descriptions":["Quantum Superposition — Explained Simply and In-Depth For the Curious Child in You and the Inquisitive Adult Quantum Superposition — The Child’s Version Alright, imagine you have a magical …"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"2 min read\nSep 5, 2023\nFor the Curious Child in You and the Inquisitive Adult\nPress enter or click to view image in full size\nPhoto by\nDynamic Wang\non\nUnsplash\nQuantum Superposition — The Child’s Version\nAlright, imagine you have a magical coin, not like the ones you flip for fun, but a super-duper magical one. When you flip it, it doesn’t just land heads or tails like regular coins. No, this one can do something incredible: it can be both heads AND tails at the same time! It’s like having a coin that’s in two places at once.\nNow, let’s take this magic to a tiny scale, smaller than even the tiniest speck you can see. In the quantum world, which is like a secret land of super small stuff, particles like electrons can also be in two places at once, just like our magical coin. This is called quantum superposition!\nQuantum Superposition — The Adult’s Version\nQuantum superposition is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the smallest scales. At its core, superposition means that a quantum system, such as an electron, can exist in multiple states simultaneously.\nGet Sheroy Cooper’s stories in your inbox\nJoin Medium for free to get updates from this writer.\nRemember me for faster sign in\nConsider an electron, the tiny negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. In classical physics, we might expect it to have a well-defined position and velocity at any given moment. However, in the quantum world, things get weird. An electron can be in a superposition of multiple positions and velocities simultaneously.\nMathematically, we represent superposition using a wave function, denoted as Ψ (psi). The wave function describes the probability distribution of finding the electron in various states. When we measure the electron’s position, it “collapses” into one of those states, and we observe a definite position.\nHere’s the fascinating part: until we make that measurement, the electron exists in all possible states simultaneously. It’s as if it’s exploring all its options at once, like Schrödinger’s cat being both alive and dead until observed (which is another intriguing quantum concept).\nWhy Quantum Superposition Matters\nQuantum superposition isn’t just a mind-bending concept for the sake of it; it has real-world applications. For instance, in quantum computing, qubits (quantum bits) leverage superposition to perform complex calculations at speeds that classical computers can’t match.\nAdditionally, in quantum cryptography, superposition is used to create secure communication channels. It ensures that any eavesdropping attempts will disrupt the quantum state, alerting the parties involved.\nConclusion\nSo, there you have it, quantum superposition explained simply for the curious child in you and explored more deeply for the inquisitive adult. It’s a concept that challenges our intuition but is at the heart of many breakthroughs in quantum technology. Embrace the wonder and complexity of the quantum world, and who knows what other mind-bending concepts we’ll uncover next! Keep exploring, my fellow quantum enthusiasts! 🌌✨","attrs_markdown":"[Sitemap](https:\/\/medium.com\/sitemap\/sitemap.xml)\n\n[Open in app](https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.medium.reader&referrer=utm_source%3DmobileNavBar&source=post_page---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------------------------)\n\nSign up\n\n[Sign in](https:\/\/medium.com\/m\/signin?operation=login&redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2F%40sheroy.cooper%2Fquantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939&source=post_page---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------global_nav------------------)\n\n[Medium Logo](https:\/\/medium.com\/?source=post_page---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------------------------)\n\nGet app\n\n[Write](https:\/\/medium.com\/m\/signin?operation=register&redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2Fnew-story&source=---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------new_post_topnav------------------)\n\n[Search](https:\/\/medium.com\/search?source=post_page---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------------------------)\n\nSign up\n\n[Sign in](https:\/\/medium.com\/m\/signin?operation=login&redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2F%40sheroy.cooper%2Fquantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939&source=post_page---top_nav_layout_nav-----------------------global_nav------------------)\n\n![](https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fill:32:32\/1*dmbNkD5D-u45r44go_cf0g.png)\n\n# Quantum Superposition — Explained Simply and In-Depth\n[![Sheroy Cooper](https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/da:true\/resize:fill:32:32\/0*H8-kma99WIraw7AU)](https:\/\/medium.com\/@sheroy.cooper?source=post_page---byline--82736420a939---------------------------------------)\n\n[Sheroy Cooper](https:\/\/medium.com\/@sheroy.cooper?source=post_page---byline--82736420a939---------------------------------------)\n\nFollow\n\n2 min read\n\n·\n\nSep 5, 2023\n\n20\n\n1\n\n[Listen](https:\/\/medium.com\/m\/signin?actionUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2Fplans%3Fdimension%3Dpost_audio_button%26postId%3D82736420a939&operation=register&redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2F%40sheroy.cooper%2Fquantum-superposition-explained-simply-and-in-depth-82736420a939&source=---header_actions--82736420a939---------------------post_audio_button------------------)\n\nShare\n\n*For the Curious Child in You and the Inquisitive Adult*\n\nPress enter or click to view image in full size\n\n![](https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:700\/0*EqDAKjp9Dh5_XtXw)\n\nPhoto by [Dynamic Wang](https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@dynamicwang?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral)\n\nQuantum Superposition — The Child’s Version\n\nAlright, imagine you have a magical coin, not like the ones you flip for fun, but a super-duper magical one. When you flip it, it doesn’t just land heads or tails like regular coins. No, this one can do something incredible: it can be both heads AND tails at the same time! It’s like having a coin that’s in two places at once.\n\nNow, let’s take this magic to a tiny scale, smaller than even the tiniest speck you can see. In the quantum world, which is like a secret land of super small stuff, particles like electrons can also be in two places at once, just like our magical coin. This is called quantum superposition\\!\n\nQuantum Superposition — The Adult’s Version\n\nQuantum superposition is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the smallest scales. At its core, superposition means that a quantum system, such as an electron, can exist in multiple states simultaneously.\n\n## Get Sheroy Cooper’s stories in your inbox\nJoin Medium for free to get updates from this writer.\n\nSubscribe\n\nSubscribe\n\nRemember me for faster sign in\n\nConsider an electron, the tiny negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. In classical physics, we might expect it to have a well-defined position and velocity at any given moment. However, in the quantum world, things get weird. An electron can be in a superposition of multiple positions and velocities simultaneously.\n\nMathematically, we represent superposition using a wave function, denoted as Ψ (psi). The wave function describes the probability distribution of finding the electron in various states. When we measure the electron’s position, it “collapses” into one of those states, and we observe a definite position.\n\nHere’s the fascinating part: until we make that measurement, the electron exists in all possible states simultaneously. It’s as if it’s exploring all its options at once, like Schrödinger’s cat being both alive and dead until observed (which is another intriguing quantum concept).\n\nWhy Quantum Superposition Matters\n\nQuantum superposition isn’t just a mind-bending concept for the sake of it; it has real-world applications. For instance, in quantum computing, qubits (quantum bits) leverage superposition to perform complex calculations at speeds that classical computers can’t match.\n\nAdditionally, in quantum cryptography, superposition is used to create secure communication channels. It ensures that any eavesdropping attempts will disrupt the quantum state, alerting the parties involved.\n\nConclusion\n\nSo, there you have it, quantum superposition explained simply for the curious child in you and explored more deeply for the inquisitive adult. It’s a concept that challenges our intuition but is at the heart of many breakthroughs in quantum technology. Embrace the wonder and complexity of the quantum world, and who knows what other mind-bending concepts we’ll uncover next! 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Boilerpipe Text	2 min read Sep 5, 2023 For the Curious Child in You and the Inquisitive Adult Press enter or click to view image in full size Photo by Dynamic Wang on Unsplash Quantum Superposition — The Child’s Version Alright, imagine you have a magical coin, not like the ones you flip for fun, but a super-duper magical one. When you flip it, it doesn’t just land heads or tails like regular coins. No, this one can do something incredible: it can be both heads AND tails at the same time! It’s like having a coin that’s in two places at once. Now, let’s take this magic to a tiny scale, smaller than even the tiniest speck you can see. In the quantum world, which is like a secret land of super small stuff, particles like electrons can also be in two places at once, just like our magical coin. This is called quantum superposition! Quantum Superposition — The Adult’s Version Quantum superposition is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the smallest scales. At its core, superposition means that a quantum system, such as an electron, can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Get Sheroy Cooper’s stories in your inbox Join Medium for free to get updates from this writer. Remember me for faster sign in Consider an electron, the tiny negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. In classical physics, we might expect it to have a well-defined position and velocity at any given moment. However, in the quantum world, things get weird. An electron can be in a superposition of multiple positions and velocities simultaneously. Mathematically, we represent superposition using a wave function, denoted as Ψ (psi). The wave function describes the probability distribution of finding the electron in various states. When we measure the electron’s position, it “collapses” into one of those states, and we observe a definite position. Here’s the fascinating part: until we make that measurement, the electron exists in all possible states simultaneously. It’s as if it’s exploring all its options at once, like Schrödinger’s cat being both alive and dead until observed (which is another intriguing quantum concept). Why Quantum Superposition Matters Quantum superposition isn’t just a mind-bending concept for the sake of it; it has real-world applications. For instance, in quantum computing, qubits (quantum bits) leverage superposition to perform complex calculations at speeds that classical computers can’t match. Additionally, in quantum cryptography, superposition is used to create secure communication channels. It ensures that any eavesdropping attempts will disrupt the quantum state, alerting the parties involved. Conclusion So, there you have it, quantum superposition explained simply for the curious child in you and explored more deeply for the inquisitive adult. It’s a concept that challenges our intuition but is at the heart of many breakthroughs in quantum technology. Embrace the wonder and complexity of the quantum world, and who knows what other mind-bending concepts we’ll uncover next! Keep exploring, my fellow quantum enthusiasts! 🌌✨
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Readable Markdown	[![Sheroy Cooper](https://miro.medium.com/v2/da:true/resize:fill:32:32/0H8-kma99WIraw7AU)](https://medium.com/@sheroy.cooper?source=post_page---byline--82736420a939---------------------------------------) 2 min read Sep 5, 2023 For the Curious Child in You and the Inquisitive Adult* Press enter or click to view image in full size ![](https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/0*EqDAKjp9Dh5_XtXw) Photo by [Dynamic Wang](https://unsplash.com/@dynamicwang?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral) Quantum Superposition — The Child’s Version Alright, imagine you have a magical coin, not like the ones you flip for fun, but a super-duper magical one. When you flip it, it doesn’t just land heads or tails like regular coins. No, this one can do something incredible: it can be both heads AND tails at the same time! It’s like having a coin that’s in two places at once. Now, let’s take this magic to a tiny scale, smaller than even the tiniest speck you can see. In the quantum world, which is like a secret land of super small stuff, particles like electrons can also be in two places at once, just like our magical coin. This is called quantum superposition\! Quantum Superposition — The Adult’s Version Quantum superposition is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the smallest scales. At its core, superposition means that a quantum system, such as an electron, can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Get Sheroy Cooper’s stories in your inbox Join Medium for free to get updates from this writer. Remember me for faster sign in Consider an electron, the tiny negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. In classical physics, we might expect it to have a well-defined position and velocity at any given moment. However, in the quantum world, things get weird. An electron can be in a superposition of multiple positions and velocities simultaneously. Mathematically, we represent superposition using a wave function, denoted as Ψ (psi). The wave function describes the probability distribution of finding the electron in various states. When we measure the electron’s position, it “collapses” into one of those states, and we observe a definite position. Here’s the fascinating part: until we make that measurement, the electron exists in all possible states simultaneously. It’s as if it’s exploring all its options at once, like Schrödinger’s cat being both alive and dead until observed (which is another intriguing quantum concept). Why Quantum Superposition Matters Quantum superposition isn’t just a mind-bending concept for the sake of it; it has real-world applications. For instance, in quantum computing, qubits (quantum bits) leverage superposition to perform complex calculations at speeds that classical computers can’t match. Additionally, in quantum cryptography, superposition is used to create secure communication channels. It ensures that any eavesdropping attempts will disrupt the quantum state, alerting the parties involved. Conclusion So, there you have it, quantum superposition explained simply for the curious child in you and explored more deeply for the inquisitive adult. It’s a concept that challenges our intuition but is at the heart of many breakthroughs in quantum technology. Embrace the wonder and complexity of the quantum world, and who knows what other mind-bending concepts we’ll uncover next! Keep exploring, my fellow quantum enthusiasts! 🌌✨
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