What is the Difference Between Quark Combinations in Baryons?

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In summary, the main difference between the different combinations of quarks in baryons is their overall spin, with protons having a spin of 1/2 and deltas having a spin of 3/2. The order and arrangement of quarks can also play a role in distinguishing between baryons.
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this isn't really a problem, just a question.
with baryons, what exactly is the difference between the different quark combonations?
for example, a proton had two up quarks and a down but so does the delta, or one of them, i guess. shouldn't that mean that they are the same particle?
how are they different?



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the only thing i could thing of was the different order that the quarks are it, or a difference in spin. it wouldn't be a difference in charge, though, because the fractional charges in the quarks are what determines the charge of the whole particle, right?:grumpy:
 
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The three quark spins in the nucleon add up to spin 1/2,
and to spin 3/2 in the Delta.
 

1. What are quarks and baryons?

Quarks are fundamental particles that make up protons, neutrons, and other subatomic particles. Baryons are a type of subatomic particle that contain three quarks.

2. What is the difference between quark combinations in baryons?

The difference lies in the types of quarks that make up the baryons. There are six types of quarks: up, down, charm, strange, top, and bottom. Baryons are made up of three quarks, and the type of quarks present determine the type of baryon. For example, a proton is made up of two up quarks and one down quark, while a neutron is made up of two down quarks and one up quark.

3. How are quarks held together in baryons?

The strong nuclear force, also known as the strong interaction, is responsible for holding quarks together in baryons. This force is mediated by particles called gluons, which bind the quarks together through the exchange of energy.

4. Can baryons be made up of more than three quarks?

Yes, there are theoretical particles known as pentaquarks and hexaquarks that are composed of five and six quarks respectively. However, these particles have not been conclusively observed in experiments yet.

5. What role do baryons play in the structure of matter?

Baryons, specifically protons and neutrons, make up the nucleus of an atom and are responsible for the majority of an atom's mass. They also interact with other subatomic particles through the strong and weak nuclear forces, playing a crucial role in the stability and structure of matter.

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