A small question, do all + charged particles have the same spin direction?

In summary, spin is an intrinsic property of subatomic particles that refers to their angular momentum and can either be spin up or spin down. Not all positively charged particles have the same spin direction, and it is determined through experiments and observations. Spin direction and spin angular momentum are not the same thing, and while spin direction can change in a particle, the total spin angular momentum is always conserved.
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A small question, do all +charged particles have the same spin direction, and if they do, does their speed relate to their degree of charge?

This might sound stupid, but its for a theory I have. Thanks in advance.
 
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Spin is independent of charge.
 
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Donot relate the spin possessed by the electron to the analogous classic dynamics spin meaning. In electron's case , spin is an intrinsic property of an electron , and just like an electron has a mass, charge , it also has a property called spin . Spin is not related to charges.
 

1. What is spin direction in particle physics?

Spin is an intrinsic property of subatomic particles, similar to their mass and charge. It refers to the angular momentum of a particle, which can either be spin up or spin down.

2. Do all positively charged particles have the same spin direction?

No, not all positively charged particles have the same spin direction. In fact, there are a variety of particles with positive charge that have different spin directions, such as protons, positrons, and alpha particles.

3. How is spin direction determined in particles?

Spin direction is determined through experiments and observations. Scientists use high-energy particle accelerators to study the behavior of particles and measure their spin direction.

4. Are spin direction and spin angular momentum the same thing?

No, spin direction and spin angular momentum are not the same thing. Spin direction refers to the orientation of a particle's spin, while spin angular momentum is a quantized value that describes the magnitude of the particle's spin.

5. Can spin direction change in a particle?

Yes, spin direction can change in a particle. This can happen through interactions with other particles or through external forces, such as magnetic fields. However, the total spin angular momentum of a particle is always conserved.

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