Abstract
The formulation of quantum mechanics on topologically nontrivial spaces is discussed. It is pointed out that the “obstacles” are represented by cohomology groups and not only byπ 1(m) as usually stated. Some widespread errors and misunderstandings are cleared up.
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Sładkowski, J. Quantum mechanics on topologically nontrivial spaces. Int J Theor Phys 30, 53–57 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00670757
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