Quantum tunneling is nearly impossible for macroscopic objects because the probability of the event decreases exponentially with both the mass of the object and the thickness of the barrier. While a single subatomic particle like an electron can slip through a potential energy barrier, a large object like a person consists of trillions upon trillions of atoms that would all have to tunnel simultaneously. The mathematical likelihood of every single constituent particle appearing on the other side of a wall in perfect unison is so low that it is estimated at approximately one in \(10^{10^{23}}\), a number far exceeding the total count of atoms in the observable universe. Furthermore, macroscopic systems suffer from a phenomenon called decoherence, where constant interactions with the environment "measure" the object's position and collapse its delicate quantum wave function. Because these objects are so heavily entangled with their surroundings, they cannot maintain the coherent superposition required for the wave-like properties of tunneling to manifest on a large scale. Even if you were to wait for an astronomical amount of time—trillions of times longer than the current age of the universe—the chances remain virtually zero for any observable object. Additionally, the energy barriers presented by solid matter are far too wide and intense for the "probability waves" of heavy objects to penetrate with any measurable amplitude. Consequently, while tunneling is a vital reality for the sun's nuclear fusion and modern electronics, it remains a practical impossibility for the physical world we inhabit. For all human purposes, these laws of physics ensure that solid objects remain solid and do not spontaneously drift through walls.
2026-05-09 20:25:32
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Quantum tunneling is nearly impossible for macroscopic objects because the probability of the event decreases exponentially with both the mass of the object and the thickness of the barrier. While a single subatomic particle like an electron can slip through a potential energy barrier, a large object like a person consists of trillions upon trillions of atoms that would all have to tunnel simultaneously. The mathematical likelihood of every single constituent particle appearing on the other side of a wall in perfect unison is so low that it is estimated at approximately one in \(10^{10^{23}}\), a number far exceeding the total count of atoms in the observable universe. Furthermore, macroscopic systems suffer from a phenomenon called decoherence, where constant interactions with the environment "measure" the object's position and collapse its delicate quantum wave function. Because these objects are so heavily entangled with their surroundings, they cannot maintain the coherent superposition required for the wave-like properties of tunneling to manifest on a large scale. Even if you were to wait for an astronomical amount of time—trillions of times longer than the current age of the universe—the chances remain virtually zero for any observable object. Additionally, the energy barriers presented by solid matter are far too wide and intense for the "probability waves" of heavy objects to penetrate with any measurable amplitude. Consequently, while tunneling is a vital reality for the sun's nuclear fusion and modern electronics, it remains a practical impossibility for the physical world we inhabit. For all human purposes, these laws of physics ensure that solid objects remain solid and do not spontaneously drift through walls.
2026-05-07 18:05:33
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Sebastian :
You:😐
Me:😐
2026-06-20 09:17:56
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*h₂ŕ̥tḱos :
btw what if i somehow manage to align my atoms and breathe a bit, some of my atoms move and do i get stuck?
2026-05-01 23:17:16
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unc :
i should use this in court
2026-06-15 18:04:07
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NESTA :
2026-05-11 20:08:51
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Ethan :
if we never touch anything does that means friction doesn't exit
2026-05-26 03:25:10
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dictator_kylian_mbappe67 :
2026-05-02 06:39:20
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REX_CONNERS :
The chance of this happening is less than the chance of a neutron star appearing in your room, btw
2026-05-28 18:10:32
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عبدالله :
Why do I get these videos at 1:32 AM?
And why are people suddenly scientists in the comments?
2026-05-27 01:32:28
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Tinyfastcar :
so how do I feel the items
2026-06-05 01:44:10
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Hary Azcrac :
Your not gonna pass through like that though
2026-05-25 07:21:51
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Fearful :
Quantum tunneling is nearly impossible for macroscopic objects because the probability of the event decreases exponentially with both the mass of the object and the thickness of the barrier. While a single subatomic particle like an electron can slip through a potential energy barrier, a large object like a person consists of trillions upon trillions of atoms that would all have to tunnel simultaneously. The mathematical likelihood of every single constituent particle appearing on the other side of a wall in perfect unison is so low that it is estimated at approximately one in \(10^{10^{23}}\), a number far exceeding the total count of atoms in the observable universe. Furthermore, macroscopic systems suffer from a phenomenon called decoherence, where constant interactions with the environment "measure" the object's position and collapse its delicate quantum wave function. Because these objects are so heavily entangled with their surroundings, they cannot maintain the coherent superposition required for the wave-like properties of tunneling to manifest on a large scale. Even if you were to wait for an astronomical amount of time—trillions of times longer than the current age of the universe—the chances remain virtually zero for any observable object. Additionally, the energy barriers presented by solid matter are far too wide and intense for the "probability waves" of heavy objects to penetrate with any measurable amplitude. Consequently, while tunneling is a vital reality for the sun's nuclear fusion and modern electronics, it remains a practical impossibility for the physical world we inhabit. For all human purposes, these laws of physics ensure that solid objects remain solid and do not spontaneously drift through walls.
2026-05-10 06:11:17
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