anyon
[ an-yon ]
/ ˈæn yɒn /
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noun
an elementary particle or particle-like excitation having properties intermediate between those of bosons and fermions.
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Theoretical physicists have long predicted the existence of anyons, a type of bizarre quasiparticle resulting from the movements of electrons that together behave as a particle.
2020’s science superlatives include the oldest, highest and grossest discoveries|Erika Engelhaupt|December 30, 2020|Science NewsOne path looped around other anyons at the device’s center — like a child playing duck, duck, goose with friends — while the other took a direct route.
Physicists have ‘braided’ strange quasiparticles called anyons|Emily Conover|July 9, 2020|Science NewsTechnically “quasiparticles,” anyons are the result of collective movements of many electrons, which together behave like one particle.
Physicists have ‘braided’ strange quasiparticles called anyons|Emily Conover|July 9, 2020|Science News