Electromagnetism & Higgs Boson

In summary: Is the Higgs Boson why an electron has a mass?No, the Higgs Boson is not the reason for the mass of an electron. The Higgs Boson is responsible for giving mass to particles through its interaction with the Higgs field. In summary, the Higgs Boson is not directly related to the electron's mass, but it plays a role in the overall understanding of particle mass in the standard model.
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I want to get caught up in this discovery and of course it would more "legitimate" if I better understood what the standard model is.So I'll ask some slightly random "Yes/No" questions.

Are the "Gauge Bosons/Force Carriers" that have mass "supposed to be" mass-less? But from observation/experiments/math it's "seen" they have a mass. Is this where the Higgs boson (or field?) comes in?A fully charged battery has more mass than a fully discharged battery. Is that mass attributable to the Higgs Boson?

Is the Higgs Boson why an electron has a mass?

Unless you think it would help me, just yes/no answers would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Is the Higgs Boson why an electron has a mass?
An electron has a mass because the Higgs FIELD exists AND (...)

No one knows why the electron has a mass, or why its mass has the value it has. But it is clear that if the Higgs field did not exist, the electron would be massless.
 
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Cool stuff!

Thanks for that reply Bill.

Exactly the depth I was looking for. Maybe down the road those why questions will be answered.
 
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nitsuj said:
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Are the "Gauge Bosons/Force Carriers" that have mass "supposed to be" mass-less? But from observation/experiments/math it's "seen" they have a mass. Is this where the Higgs boson (or field?) comes in?

With qualifications: yes.

nitsuj said:
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A fully charged battery has more mass than a fully discharged battery. Is that mass attributable to the Higgs Boson?

With qualifications: no.
 

Related to Electromagnetism & Higgs Boson

1. What is electromagnetism?

Electromagnetism is a branch of physics that deals with the interaction between electrically charged particles. It is responsible for the behavior of electric and magnetic fields, which are essential for many everyday technologies, such as electricity, motors, and generators.

2. What is the Higgs Boson?

The Higgs Boson is a fundamental particle that was first theorized by physicist Peter Higgs in the 1960s. It is a crucial component of the Standard Model of particle physics and is responsible for giving other particles their mass.

3. How does electromagnetism relate to the Higgs Boson?

Electromagnetism and the Higgs Boson are both fundamental forces of nature that play a crucial role in the behavior of particles. Electromagnetism is responsible for the interaction between charged particles, while the Higgs Boson gives particles their mass.

4. What is the significance of the discovery of the Higgs Boson?

The discovery of the Higgs Boson in 2012 confirmed the existence of the Higgs field, which is essential for the formation of mass. This discovery was a significant milestone in particle physics and helped to validate the Standard Model of particle physics.

5. How is the Higgs Boson studied and observed?

The Higgs Boson is studied and observed using particle accelerators, such as the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN. Scientists collide particles at high energies and analyze the resulting particles to look for signatures of the Higgs Boson. This process requires advanced technology and collaboration among scientists from around the world.

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