Does the Higgs Boson really have 0 spin?

In summary, the Higgs Boson is a subatomic particle with 0 spin that was discovered through experiments at the Large Hadron Collider. Its spin is important because it helps us understand the fundamental properties of matter and its interaction with other particles. This discovery confirms the predictions of the Standard Model and further research is unlikely to reveal a non-zero spin for the Higgs Boson.
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Does the Higgs Boson really have 0 spin or is the spin between 0 and 1/2 x (1.054 571 817... x 10-34 J s)?
Does the Higgs Boson really have 0 spin or is the spin between 0 and 1/2 x (1.054 571 817... x 10-34 J s)?
 
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It really has spin-0. Just like it did on Saturday when you asked then.
 
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This shows, how persistent the Standard Model is. It survives for a whole week ;-) (in fact about 60 years yet).
 
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But leaving theory aside, there's always an error in measurement of spin, isn't there? :smile:
 
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Demystifier said:
But leaving theory aside, there's always an error in measurement of spin, isn't there? :smile:
Who cares about measuring the spin of spin-less scalar? :smile:
 
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1. What is spin in particle physics?

Spin is a fundamental property of particles in quantum mechanics that describes their intrinsic angular momentum. It is similar to the spin of a spinning top or a planet on its axis, but at a much smaller scale.

2. Why is it important to determine the spin of the Higgs Boson?

The Higgs Boson is a crucial particle in the Standard Model of particle physics, and its spin plays a significant role in understanding its interactions with other particles. Determining its spin helps us validate the Standard Model and can provide insights into new physics beyond it.

3. How do scientists determine the spin of a particle?

Scientists use various techniques, such as analyzing the decay products of a particle, to determine its spin. For the Higgs Boson, the spin is determined by studying the distribution of its decay products and comparing it to theoretical predictions.

4. What evidence supports the claim that the Higgs Boson has 0 spin?

Several experiments, including the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, have observed the Higgs Boson and measured its spin to be consistent with 0. This evidence is supported by the Standard Model and further confirmed by the absence of any other possible spin values in the Higgs Boson's decay products.

5. Could the Higgs Boson have a different spin value in other theories?

Yes, in theories beyond the Standard Model, the Higgs Boson's spin could potentially have a different value. However, so far, all experimental evidence points towards the Higgs Boson having 0 spin, which is consistent with the Standard Model's predictions.

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