According to the Many Worlds Interpretation of quantum physics, we live in an infinite web of alternate timelines. It's a serious claim that carries some rather serious scientific, philosophical, and existential baggage. And here are the nine weirdest possible implications.

You Need Quantum Physics To Explain Pokémon's Timeline

Patricia Hernandez

1/21/15 6:30pm

We already know that, thanks to alternate dimensions, the official Pokémon timeline has become ridiculous. If you break it down using science, things only get even more bonkers.

Quantum Chess Changes The State Of The Game

Mike Fahey

9/07/10 12:40pm

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Top players have spent lifetimes mastering the subtle nuances of chess, but when a quantum physics twist is added to the age-old classic, it's anybody's games.

The 9 Weirdest Implications Of The Many Worlds Interpretation

You Need Quantum Physics To Explain Pokémon's Timeline

Quantum Chess Changes The State Of The Game

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