SUMMARY
Electric attraction at subatomic scales is explained through Quantum Electrodynamics (QED) and Feynman diagrams, which represent interactions between charged particles. When like-charged particles interact, they exchange photons, resulting in repulsion due to momentum conservation. For a comprehensive understanding of both attractive and repulsive interactions in QED, refer to Zee's "QFT in a Nutshell, 2nd ed." Specifically, section I.5 provides a readable overview of the mathematical framework involved.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of Quantum Electrodynamics (QED)
- Familiarity with Feynman diagrams
- Basic knowledge of particle physics
- Mathematical proficiency in quantum field theory
NEXT STEPS
- Study the mathematical foundations of Quantum Electrodynamics
- Read Zee's "QFT in a Nutshell, 2nd ed." for insights on particle interactions
- Explore the concept of virtual particles in quantum physics
- Investigate the implications of momentum conservation in particle interactions
USEFUL FOR
Physicists, students of quantum mechanics, and anyone interested in the fundamental interactions of charged particles at subatomic scales.