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In the algebraic approach to quantum theory, due to Haag and others, the primary object is the algebra of observables. Gauge fields, spinor fields and other gauge-dependent quantities, are unobservable and are not primary, but are constructed from the properties of the observables. We explain how this is done.
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Streater, R.F. (1986). Charge, Anomalies and Index Theory. In: Gorini, V., Frigerio, A. (eds) Fundamental Aspects of Quantum Theory. NATO ASI Series, vol 144. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-5221-1_29
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