Gleason's theorem

proper noun

A mathematical theorem, important for quantum logic, proving that the Born rule for the probability of obtaining specific results for a given measurement follows naturally from the structure formed by the lattice of events in a real or complex Hilbert space.

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Meanings

proper noun
  1. A mathematical theorem, important for quantum logic, proving that the Born rule for the probability of obtaining specific results for a given measurement follows naturally from the structure formed by the lattice of events in a real or complex Hilbert space.

Origin

Named after Andrew M. Gleason.

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Gleason's theorem. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Gleason's%20theorem

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