Origin of Charge: Explained by Modern Physics

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The origin of charge in modern physics is explained through U(1) gauge symmetry, which parallels the Higgs Field theory that successfully elucidates the origin of mass. Charge, like mass, is a fundamental property of particles and exhibits quantization, drawing similarities between electrical and gravitational forces. The discussion highlights the established understanding of charge within the framework of contemporary physics.

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Higgs Field theory successful explains the origin of mass. Like mass, charge is also a fundamental property of particles, it is similar to mass in many ways, like quantized, electrical force vs gravitational force. So, I wonder what is the origin of charge, how much understanding modern physics has on this problem?
 
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