Understanding Meson Mixed States & Why They Don't Use Imaginary Phase

In summary, meson mixed states refer to the superposition of different quark-antiquark configurations in a meson particle. These states are formed through the strong interaction between quarks and gluons within the meson. Scientists do not use imaginary phase in understanding meson mixed states as the real part of the wave function is sufficient. Understanding these states is important for studying the strong interaction and particle behavior at high energies. Scientists study meson mixed states through experiments with particle accelerators and theoretical models and calculations.
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Why mesons mixed states are defined as SOMETHING +/- SOMETHING [+/- SOMETHING] normalized by 1/sqrt(2) or 1/sqrt(3), So the sum uses quotient +1 or -1.

But in electroweak symmetry breaking charged W boson is defined as W1 (+/-) i*W2, so the quotient is +i or -i. So why mesons never use imaginary phase?
 
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mesons mix due to direct product of two ##SU(2)_f## or ##SU(3)_f## representation, while W boson mix is due to the sum of two pauli matrices ##\sigma_1## and ##\sigma_2##(which is Imaginary).

So the reason is they are generated by the defferent mechanism.
 

1. What are meson mixed states?

Meson mixed states refer to the phenomenon where a meson particle is in a superposition of different quark-antiquark configurations. This means that the meson has a certain probability of being in different quark-antiquark combinations at the same time.

2. How are meson mixed states formed?

Meson mixed states are formed through the strong interaction between quarks and gluons within the meson. This interaction can create different quark-antiquark pairs, resulting in a superposition of different configurations.

3. Why don't scientists use imaginary phase in understanding meson mixed states?

The imaginary phase is not used in understanding meson mixed states because it is not necessary for describing the phenomenon. The real part of the wave function is sufficient in explaining the behavior of mesons in mixed states.

4. What is the importance of understanding meson mixed states?

Understanding meson mixed states is important for studying the strong interaction and the behavior of particles at high energies. It also provides insight into the structure of mesons and the fundamental forces that govern their behavior.

5. How do scientists study meson mixed states?

Scientists study meson mixed states through experiments using particle accelerators, as well as theoretical models and calculations. These methods help to measure the properties of mesons in mixed states and understand their behavior in different conditions.

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