Axion Interaction: Weak & Strong Nuclear Forces

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The discussion centers on the hypothetical axion and its interactions with weak and strong nuclear forces, exploring its role in addressing the strong CP problem in particle physics. Participants examine the implications of these interactions and the theoretical nature of the axion.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks confirmation on whether the axion interacts through weak and strong nuclear forces.
  • Another participant shares information from ChatGPT, suggesting that the axion is predicted to interact through strong and weak nuclear forces, as well as electromagnetism, while noting its theoretical status.
  • Some participants express skepticism about using ChatGPT as a source, questioning its appropriateness in the discussion.
  • A later reply raises a question about the implications of CP symmetry conservation by the strong force on the separation of the electrostrong force into strong and electroweak forces.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the appropriateness of using ChatGPT as a source, and there are differing opinions on the implications of the axion's interactions and the nature of CP symmetry.

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The discussion includes unresolved assumptions regarding the theoretical framework of the axion and its interactions, as well as the implications of CP symmetry conservation.

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Looking to confirm: Does the hypothetical axion interact through weak and strong nuclear forces?
 
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I don't know, so I asked ChatGPT. It said the following.

The axion is a hypothetical elementary particle that has been proposed as a solution to the strong CP problem in particle physics. It is predicted to interact through the strong and weak nuclear forces, as well as through electromagnetism.

The strong CP problem refers to the fact that quantum chromodynamics (QCD), the theory of the strong nuclear force, predicts that the strong force should violate a fundamental symmetry known as charge-parity symmetry (CP symmetry). This would lead to the appearance of an electric dipole moment in the neutron, which is not observed experimentally. The axion was proposed as a possible solution to this problem by allowing the strong force to conserve CP symmetry.

In addition to interacting through the strong and weak nuclear forces, the axion is also predicted to interact with electromagnetism through a coupling constant known as the axion-photon coupling. This interaction would allow the axion to be converted into photons and vice versa, which could potentially be observed through experiments looking for the conversion of axions into photons in strong electromagnetic fields.

Overall, the axion is a hypothetical particle that is predicted to interact through a variety of fundamental forces, including the strong and weak nuclear forces as well as electromagnetism. However, it is important to note that the axion remains a purely theoretical particle and has not yet been observed or detected experimentally.
 
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Demystifier said:
I don't know, so I asked ChatGPT. It said the following.
IMO, quoting ChatGPT as a source is not appropriate.
 
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Frabjous said:
IMO, quoting ChatGPT as a source is not appropriate.
You are right. But it will be interesting to see if someone will give a better answer. :wink:
 
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Demystifier said:
You are right. But it will be interesting to see if someone will give a better answer. :wink:
I put the answer in a quote box :smile:
 
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Demystifier said:
The axion was proposed as a possible solution to this problem by allowing the strong force to conserve CP symmetry.
If strong force conserves CP symmetry, will that not prevent the electrostrong force from separating into strong force and electroweak force?
 

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