How many strange quarks are in a ∑+ particle?

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The ∑+ particle is a baryon composed of three quarks: two up quarks and one strange quark. It has a strangeness value of -1, which is attributed to the presence of the strange quark. The discussion highlights the confusion around determining the number of strange quarks in the particle. Ultimately, it is clarified that the ∑+ particle contains one strange quark. Understanding the quark composition is essential for grasping the properties of baryons like the ∑+.
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Homework Statement


The ∑+ particle is a baryon with strangeness -1.

How many quarks does the ∑+ particle contain?

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How many of the quarks are strange?

The Attempt at a Solution


I know it contains 3 quarks, 2 ups and 1 strange quark but I'm not sure how to work this out, for future reference, I'm just a little confused.

Edit: just realized this is probably in the wrong section - apologies.
 
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A strange quark has a strangeness of -1. You know there are 3 quarks in a baryon and its strangeness is given as -1 so the answer from there should be obvious.
 

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