Does the mass of subatomic particles differ on different planets?

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The mass of subatomic particles remains constant regardless of the planet's gravitational force; it does not change based on location. Weight, however, varies depending on the gravitational pull of the planet. The Higgs boson is responsible for giving particles their mass, but it does not influence weight. Understanding the distinction between mass and weight is crucial for grasping these concepts.

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Does the gravitational force of different planets affect it? I know about the higgs boson and so is that what gives a particle mass?
 
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I know it sounds dumb
 
No.
 
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Orodruin said:
No.
I thought so
 
ayush solanki said:
I know it sounds dumb

For a good reason.

The answer is no.
 
The weight of objects of the same mass will differ on different planets. Are you confusing "mass" and "weight"?
 
Gravitational force will not affect the mass of a particle. The mass of a particle will determine the gravitational force it experiences but not vice versa. Also, read up some simple articles about the Higgs Field. I think you've got gravitational field and higgs field confused or something.

Check this out.
 
HallsofIvy said:
The weight of objects of the same mass will differ on different planets. Are you confusing "mass" and "weight"?
Yea that might be it
 

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