Could an Electron-Proton Pair Form an Atom in an Alternative Universe?

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This discussion centers on the theoretical existence of atoms formed by an electron and a proton in an alternative universe where their electric charges are reversed. The concept parallels the known existence of antihydrogen, which is an atom of antimatter consisting of a positron and an antiproton. Antihydrogen has been successfully created and studied, providing insights into fundamental physics. For further exploration, the discussion encourages searching for information on antihydrogen and related experiments conducted at CERN.

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  • Understanding of basic atomic structure and charge properties
  • Familiarity with antimatter concepts
  • Knowledge of particle physics and atomic interactions
  • Awareness of CERN's research and experiments
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  • Research "antihydrogen" and its properties
  • Explore CERN's experiments on antimatter
  • Study the implications of charge reversal in particle physics
  • Investigate the theoretical frameworks for alternative universes
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This discussion is beneficial for physicists, researchers in particle physics, and anyone interested in the properties of antimatter and theoretical physics concepts.

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Imagine a universe where electrons and protons have positive and negative electric charges, respectively. Could an atom consisting of one electron and one proton exist in this universe?
 
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motleycat said:
Imagine a universe where electrons and protons have positive and negative electric charges, respectively. Could an atom consisting of one electron and one proton exist in this universe?

Such atoms of antimatter exist in this Universe. They've been created and studied.
 
motleycat said:
Imagine a universe where electrons and protons have positive and negative electric charges, respectively. Could an atom consisting of one electron and one proton exist in this universe?

Do a search on "antihydrogen", or look here: http://alpha.web.cern.ch/

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