Are there comprehensive books on all known particles in the universe?

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The discussion centers on the search for comprehensive resources that define all known particles in the universe. David Griffiths' "An Introduction to Elementary Particles" is recommended for first and second-year undergraduates, providing a solid foundation in particle physics. For a more accessible option, Cindy Schwarz's "A Tour of the Subatomic Zoo: A Guide to Particle Physics" is suggested for laypersons seeking to understand particle types and their significance. Both books serve as valuable resources for anyone interested in the field of particle physics.

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In the following article, they mention some different types of matter, and particle accelorators, is there a book or some resource that defines all of the types of known particles, so that the article is much more clearer?

http://news.yahoo.com/s/space/20100518/sc_space/whyweexistmatterwinsbattleoverantimatter
 
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I'd recommend David Griffiths' An Introduction to Elementary Particles.

This book is aimed at first/second year undergraduates though, so if you're looking for something a little more accessible to the layman I'd suggest Cindy Schwarz's A Tour of the Subatomic Zoo: A Guide to Particle Physics.

Happy reading :).
 


lilphil1989 said:
I'd recommend David Griffiths' An Introduction to Elementary Particles.

This book is aimed at first/second year undergraduates though, so if you're looking for something a little more accessible to the layman I'd suggest Cindy Schwarz's A Tour of the Subatomic Zoo: A Guide to Particle Physics.

Happy reading :).
Thanks <3 nice books :)
 

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