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The discussion revolves around particle physics, specifically focusing on lepton generation numbers and the distinction between neutrinos and antineutrinos in various reactions. The original poster seeks clarification on their understanding of conservation laws beyond just lepton number conservation.

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  • The original poster presents specific reactions and requests feedback on their proposed solutions, indicating a desire for validation of their understanding. They mention conservation laws and reference isospin and strangeness, suggesting a deeper inquiry into the principles governing particle interactions.

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Assign specific lepton generation numbers and distincguish between antineutrinos and neutrinos for the following reactions. Make appropriate fixes to show that you know about all the conservation laws not just lepton number conservation

[tex]\mu -> e^{-}\nu \nu[/tex]

[tex]\nu n -> e^{-}p[/tex]

[tex]\tau^{-} -> \pi \pi^{0} \nu[/tex]

I have attached what I think is the solution. Can someone tell please tell me if I am correct?

In the attachment, I3 refers to the Z component of isospin and s is the strangeness

James :confused:
 

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Someone?? Anyone?
 
I am really desparate here guys
 
Anything you say could help me..
James
 

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