Planck's constant and the matter constituents

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The discussion centers on the relationship between Planck's constant and the energy of fermions, specifically addressing the concept of rest energy in the context of matter constituents. Participants explore theoretical implications and mathematical formulations related to this relationship.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the relationship between Planck's constant and the rest energy of fermions.
  • Another participant acknowledges a previous error in their understanding related to rest energy.
  • A mathematical expression is proposed: E = \hbar \omega, with a specific definition for \omega involving mass and the speed of light.
  • A further claim is made that Planck's constant serves merely as a conversion factor in this context.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus, as there are differing interpretations of the role of Planck's constant and its relationship to rest energy.

Contextual Notes

Some statements rely on specific definitions and assumptions about energy and fermions, which may not be universally accepted or clarified within the discussion.

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What is the relationship between Planck's constant and the energy of fermions (matter constituents) at rest?
 
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i did write something then realized it was hideously wrong because you asked for rest energy :P
 
[tex]E = \hbar \omega[/tex] where [tex]\omega = \frac{1}{\hbar} \sqrt{0^2 c^2+ m^2 c^4}[/tex], no?
 
redtree said:
What is the relationship between Planck's constant and the energy of fermions (matter constituents) at rest?

Planck's constant is merely a conversion factor, http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/0208093" .
 
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