Collaborative Efforts in Particle Physics Flashcards
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Why is particle physics constantly evolving?
Because our understanding of particles improves as new experiments and theories emerge.
What typically comes first in particle physics discovery?
A new theory or hypothesis, such as predicting a new particle.
What particle was hypothesised to conserve energy in beta decay?
The neutrino.
How is a new particle discovery confirmed?
Through repeat experiments to reduce experimental uncertainty.
What are particle accelerators used for?
- To produce new particles
- To reveal inner structure of existing particles
Why must particles collide at high energies in accelerators?
To provide enough energy to overcome mass-energy thresholds and create new particles.
What keeps particles in a circular orbit in circular accelerators?
Superconducting magnets.
Why is international collaboration essential in particle physics?
Due to the cost, complexity, and need for global expertise.
Why was the Higgs Boson discovery important?
It validated the Standard Model and showed how mass is given to particles.
