Particle Physics: Strong & Weak Force Equations & Math

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The discussion focuses on the equations governing the strong and weak forces in particle physics, emphasizing their reliance on quantum field theory. The strong interaction and electroweak interaction cannot be simplified to classical laws like Newton's law of gravity. The conversation highlights the ongoing quest to unify these forces into a more fundamental framework, commonly referred to as Grand Unified Theories (GUTs).

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  • Quantum Field Theory
  • Strong Interaction Principles
  • Electroweak Interaction Concepts
  • Grand Unified Theories (GUTs)
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  • Study the Lagrangian formulation in quantum field theory
  • Explore the mathematical framework of Grand Unified Theories
  • Investigate the differences between strong and weak force interactions
  • Learn about current research in particle physics related to force unification
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Particle physicists, theoretical physicists, and students interested in advanced concepts of force interactions and unification in physics.

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What is the equation of strong and weak force? & how to combine it mathematically?
 
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What do you mean with "the equation"? The Lagrangian?
Strong interaction
Electroweak interaction

Both rely on quantum field theory, you cannot reduce them to something similar to Newton's law for gravity.

How to combine them to a more fundamental interaction is an open question, approaches are usually called Grand_Unified_Theories.
 

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