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The Kochen-Specker theorem and Bell's theorem: An algebraic approach

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In this paper we present a systematic formulation of some recent results concerning the algebraic demonstration of the two major no-hidden-variables theorems for N spin-1/2 particles. We derive explicitly the GHZ states involved and their associated eigenvalues. These eigenvalues turn out to be undefined for N=∞, this fact providing a new proof showing that the nonlocality argument breaks down in the limit of a truly infinite number of particles.

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Cereceda, J.L. The Kochen-Specker theorem and Bell's theorem: An algebraic approach. Found Phys 25, 925–949 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02080569

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