C-Invariance: +1/-1 for Decay Forbidden/Allowed

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The discussion focuses on the application of C-invariance in particle decay processes, specifically analyzing three decay scenarios: ω° = π° + γ, η' = ρ° + γ, and π° = γ + γ + γ. The results indicate that the first two decays are allowed, while the third decay is forbidden based on C-invariance principles. The values of +1 and -1 correspond to the C quantum numbers of the particles involved, which can be referenced from established particle physics databases.

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Homework Statement



Which of the folowing decays are forbidden by C-iinvariance
ω° = π° + γ
η' = ρ° + γ
π° = γ +γ + γ




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The Attempt at a Solution


The answers are meant to be:
ω° = π° + γ
-1 : (+1) (-1) -> Allowed
η' = ρ° + γ
+1 -> (-1) (-1) -> Allowed

π° = γ +γ + γ
+1 -> (-1)(-1)(-1) -> forbidden

My question is where are those +1 and -1 gotten from, I have tried to find what values to put for the particles but cannot fund them anywhere.
Does anyone know if the three are right and if so where I can get the +1 or -1?
 
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You can find the C quantum number at the http://pdglive.lbl.gov/listings1.brl?quickin=Y , for example. Even Wikipedia should have them...
 
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