How Do Particles Mediate Forces (Strong Nuclear, Weak Nuclear)

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The discussion centers around the mediation of forces in particle physics, specifically the strong and weak nuclear forces. Participants explore the nature of particles and their roles in these interactions, touching on the complexities of the topic.

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  • One participant asks about the actual mechanisms by which particles mediate strong and weak nuclear forces.
  • Another participant expresses skepticism about the feasibility of condensing the vast topic of particle physics into a brief explanation.
  • A different participant clarifies that they understand particle physics but seeks to know the specific role of particles in creating the fields associated with these forces.
  • One participant challenges the understanding of another, suggesting that a deeper comprehension of particle physics is necessary to address the original question.
  • Concerns are raised about the potential for the discussion to become unproductive given the complexity of the topic.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the original question, and multiple competing views regarding the understanding of particle physics and the nature of the inquiry remain evident.

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There are limitations in the discussion regarding the depth of understanding of particle physics among participants, as well as the broad scope of the topic, which may not be fully addressed in the conversation.

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How Do Particles Mediate forces (Strong Nuclear, Weak Nuclear). Like, what actually goes on to mediate such interactions?
 
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Translation: "Please write down all of particle physics".

Sorry, but this is a big order. I understand your wanting to know, but as they say "it's beyond the scope of this course, the next one, and the one after that". It's not possible to condense several years of school into a few words on a computer screen."
 
Well no. I understand most of particle physics, buty question is what role does the particle play? Does it create the field of the force?
 
Son, you're still in high school. You don't understand "most of particle physics". I've been working in this field for two decades, and even I don't understand "most of particle physics". It's a big topic. Furthermore, if you understood "most of particle physics", you would have the answer to your question.

This thread cannot go anywhere good.
 

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