particle physics

American  

noun

1. the branch of physics that deals with the properties and behavior of elementary particles.

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particle physics British  

noun

1. Also called: high-energy physics.  the study of fundamental particles and their properties

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particle physics Scientific  

1. The branch of physics that deals with subatomic particles.

2. See also quantum field theory quantum mechanics

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particle physics Cultural  

1. The branch of science devoted to the study of the basic constituents of matter, particularly the constituents of the atomic nucleus.

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Etymology

Origin of particle physics

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Observing such a process would break a fundamental rule of particle physics called lepton flavor conservation, which is a key part of the Standard Model, and would provide direct evidence for physics beyond existing theories.

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This proposed particle had been widely discussed as a possible answer to unresolved problems in particle physics.

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Today's standard picture of the universe is built on Einstein's general theory of relativity and the standard model of particle physics.

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According to the Standard Model of particle physics, there are three known kinds.

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According to the Standard Model, which is the leading framework in particle physics, there are three known types of neutrinos: electron, muon and tau.

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Related Words

• quantum mechanics