The Wigner Distribution Function is a quasi-probability distribution used in quantum mechanics to obtain a complete description of a quantum system in phase space. Although it resembles a probability distribution, it can take negative values, indicating its role as a powerful tool for visualizing quantum phenomena beyond classical interpretations.

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Quantum mechanics is a fundamental theory in physics that describes the physical properties of nature at the smallest scales, such as atoms and subatomic particles. It introduces concepts like wave-particle duality, uncertainty principle, and quantum entanglement, which challenge classical intuitions about the behavior of matter and energy.

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Phase space is a multidimensional space in which all possible states of a system are represented, with each state corresponding to one unique point in the space. It is a fundamental concept in physics and dynamical systems theory, providing a comprehensive framework for analyzing the evolution of systems over time.

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A probability distribution is a mathematical function that provides the probabilities of occurrence of different possible outcomes in an experiment. It is fundamental in statistics and data analysis, helping to model and predict real-world phenomena by describing how probabilities are distributed over values of a random variable.

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