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We prove that any unsharp orthoalgebra gives rise to a quantum MV algebra (QMV algebra) and that any QMV algebra determines in natural way an unsharp orthoalgebra. Some properties of the QMV algebra of all effects of a Hilbert space are also investigated.

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Giuntini, R. (1995). Unsharp Orthoalgebras and Quantum MV Algebras. In: Garola, C., Rossi, A. (eds) The Foundations of Quantum Mechanics — Historical Analysis and Open Questions. Fundamental Theories of Physics, vol 71. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-0029-8_27

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