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On the structure of a background independent quantum theory: Hamilton function, transition amplitudes, classical limit and continuous limit

General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology 2011-08-05 v2 High Energy Physics - Theory

Abstract

The Hamilton function is a powerful tool for studying the classical limit of quantum systems, which remains meaningful in background-independent systems. In quantum gravity, it clarifies the physical interpretation of the transitions amplitudes and their truncations.

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@article{arxiv.1108.0832,
  title  = {On the structure of a background independent quantum theory: Hamilton function, transition amplitudes, classical limit and continuous limit},
  author = {Carlo Rovelli},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1108.0832},
  year   = {2011}
}

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7 pages