Why is the Z Boson represented triangular in this diagram?

In summary, the Z Boson is represented as a triangle in the Feynman diagram because it is a vector boson with both mass and spin. The triangular shape reflects its properties as a particle with spin, and this representation is not unique to the Z Boson but is used for all vector bosons. The triangle shape is chosen because it effectively conveys the direction and orientation of the spin, and the size of the triangle does not hold any significance for the Z Boson.
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Calconceptofnumber1
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Hi

The diagram I am referring is shown at 1:45 of this classic Symphony of Science tune

Thanks,

Cal
 
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Calconceptofnumber1 said:
Hi

The diagram I am referring is shown at 1:45 of this classic Symphony of Science tune

Thanks,

Cal
And where is the figure or video that you are referencing?
 
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Oops sorry,
 
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That shape doesn't have any meaning. Elementary particles don't have a shape.
 

1. Why is the Z Boson represented triangular in this diagram?

The Z Boson is represented as a triangle in the Feynman diagram because it is a vector boson, meaning that it carries both mass and spin. The triangle shape in the diagram is used to represent this spin, with the point of the triangle indicating the direction of spin.

2. How does the triangular representation of the Z Boson in this diagram relate to its properties?

The triangular shape of the Z Boson in the Feynman diagram reflects its properties as a vector boson with spin. The direction and orientation of the triangle in the diagram correspond to the direction and orientation of the Z Boson's spin.

3. Is the triangular representation of the Z Boson in this diagram unique to this particle?

No, the triangular representation in the Feynman diagram is used for all vector bosons, including the W Boson and the photon. This shape is used to indicate the spin of these particles.

4. Why is the Z Boson represented as a triangle and not another shape in this diagram?

The triangle shape is used in the Feynman diagram to represent spin because it is a simple and effective way to visualize the direction and orientation of the spin of a particle. Other shapes, such as squares or circles, would not convey this information as clearly.

5. Does the size of the triangle in the Feynman diagram have any significance for the Z Boson?

No, the size of the triangle in the diagram does not have any significance for the Z Boson. The shape and orientation of the triangle are what convey information about the spin of the particle, not its size.

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