Particle Decay Order for Beginners

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SUMMARY

The forum discussion centers on the need for a comprehensive resource detailing particle decay orders and interactions. Users recommend the Particle Data Group (PDG) website, specifically highlighting its extensive data on fundamental particles and nuclides. This resource serves as a foundational starting point for beginners seeking to understand particle decay processes.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of particle physics concepts
  • Familiarity with fundamental particles and their interactions
  • Knowledge of nuclide data and decay processes
  • Access to the Particle Data Group (PDG) database
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the Particle Data Group (PDG) website for detailed decay tables
  • Study the interactions of fundamental particles in particle physics
  • Research specific decay processes of common nuclides
  • Learn about the conservation laws governing particle decay
USEFUL FOR

Students of particle physics, educators teaching fundamental interactions, and researchers looking to understand particle decay processes will benefit from this discussion.

Mordred
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Ive searched in vain for a listing of what particles with which interactions decay into which particles. This is a subject I know very little on so any starting direction would be greatly appreciated
 
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http://pdg.lbl.gov/

Start with this. There is data for fundamental particles and a table of data for nuclides.
 
Thanks Ill check it out
 

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