Tag: Bosons

  • Chapter 25: Introduction to Particle Physics

    25.1 Introduction Particle physics is the study of the fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe. It seeks to understand the building blocks of matter, their interactions, and the laws governing these interactions. This chapter provides an overview of the key concepts and principles in particle physics, laying the groundwork for the more…

  • Standard Model

    Introduction The Standard Model of particle physics is a theoretical framework that describes the fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe, excluding gravity. It is a well-tested model that has had remarkable success in predicting and explaining a vast array of physical phenomena. Fundamental Particles The Standard Model includes two main types of…

  • Bosons

    Bosons are one of the two fundamental classes of particles in the universe, the other being fermions. They are distinguished from fermions by the fact that they obey Bose-Einstein statistics, which means that any number of bosons to occupy the same quantum state. One of the most famous examples of a boson is the photon,…