Is Energy of Gauge Bosons matched by Binding Energy?

In summary, the conversation discusses the relationship between photon energy and binding energy of atoms, and whether the aggregate binding energy of particles in the universe is increasing with time. It is also mentioned that in the Big Bang theory, the process of splitting helium with photons is rare and negligible.
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Everytime a photon leaves an atom, the energy of that photon is matched by the increase in binding energy of that atom - right? If so would the change of energy in the form of radiation be equivalent to the change of binding energy?

Is the aggregate binding energy of particles in the universe increasing with time?

It is possible in an eternal cyclic universe for radiation to come back and decrease the binding energy particles, replenshing light elements such as hydrogen?

Is it possible in the Big Bang theory?
 
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kmarinas86 said:
Everytime a photon leaves an atom, the energy of that photon is matched by the increase in binding energy of that atom - right?
Overall energy is conserved, yes.
(I'm assuming we use the rest frame of the atom and neglect recoil.)
kmarinas86 said:
Is the aggregate binding energy of particles in the universe increasing with time?
The most common nuclear reaction is the fusion of hydrogen to helium. Therefore: Yes.
kmarinas86 said:
It is possible in an eternal cyclic universe for radiation to come back and decrease the binding energy particles, replenshing light elements such as hydrogen?
No.
kmarinas86 said:
Is it possible in the Big Bang theory?
No.

While you can split helium with photons of sufficient energy the process is so rare that it is completely negligible.
 

1. What are gauge bosons and binding energy?

Gauge bosons are elementary particles that mediate the fundamental forces in the universe, such as electromagnetism and the weak and strong nuclear forces. Binding energy refers to the amount of energy needed to hold together particles within an atom or nucleus.

2. How is energy of gauge bosons related to binding energy?

The energy of gauge bosons is not directly related to binding energy. Gauge bosons interact with particles to mediate the fundamental forces, while binding energy refers to the energy needed to hold particles together within an atom or nucleus. However, the existence of gauge bosons is necessary for the existence of binding energy as they are responsible for mediating the forces that bind particles together.

3. Is the energy of gauge bosons equal to the binding energy?

No, the energy of gauge bosons is not equal to the binding energy. Gauge bosons interact with particles to mediate the fundamental forces, while binding energy refers to the energy needed to hold particles together within an atom or nucleus. However, both gauge bosons and binding energy are important for understanding the behavior of particles at the subatomic level.

4. How does the energy of gauge bosons affect binding energy?

The energy of gauge bosons indirectly affects binding energy by mediating the fundamental forces that hold particles together. Without the interaction of gauge bosons, binding energy would not exist and particles would not be able to form atoms or nuclei. Additionally, the energy of gauge bosons can also contribute to the overall energy of a system, which can impact the stability and behavior of particles within that system.

5. What role does binding energy play in the behavior of particles?

Binding energy is crucial for understanding the behavior of particles at the subatomic level. It is responsible for holding particles together within atoms and nuclei, and it also influences the stability and properties of these particles. Additionally, binding energy is important in nuclear reactions and the formation of new elements.

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