particle physics

noun

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

particle physics

noun

1. the study of fundamental particles and their properties Also calledhigh-energy physics

particle physics

1. The branch of physics that deals with subatomic particles .
2. See also quantum field theory

particle physics

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of particle physics¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

In 1972, Frank Wilczek and his thesis adviser, David Gross, discovered the basic theory of the strong force — the final pillar of the Standard Model of particle physics.

From Quanta Magazine

Their experiments, conducted in 1962, were regarded as milestones in particle physics.

From Washington Post

These researchers argue that quantum field theory, the current lingua franca of particle physics, tells far too convoluted a story.

From Quanta Magazine

We write particle physics in a math called quantum field theory.

From Quanta Magazine

Pineau and Benaich both point to particle physics, where some experiments can only be done on expensive pieces of equipment such as the Large Hadron Collider.

From MIT Technology Review

Instead, Davis said with a hearty chuckle, “Marshall gave me a book on particle physics to read overnight.”

From The Daily Beast

How do these misconceptions about particle physics come about, and what can particle physicists do about them?

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• quantum mechanics