Quarks inside protons and neutrons.

In summary, the conversation discusses how quarks, which make up protons and neutrons, came together in the early universe. The properties of the uud and udd combinations are explained, with the former giving a +1 charge and the latter a neutral charge. The conversation also mentions the role of protons and neutrons in controlling the atom and provides further resources for more information.
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kaeksen
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In the early universe the quarks where moving freely.
So I am wondering how did the quarks enter the protons and neutrons shell/wall after the temperature where ok for it to happen?
Or, how did the protons and neutrons encapsulate the quarks?
 
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Protons and Neutrons aren't "Capsules" for the quarks. The quarks literally are what make up Protons and Neutrons. The combining of 3 quarks together makes either of those 2 particles. UUD for a proton, UDD for a neutron. Imagine an atom. It is made up of electrons in orbitals around a nucleus. The protons, neutrons, and electrons aren't "inside" the atom, they ARE the atom.
 
  • #3
Ok, understand, thx.
Is there anything else to add.
Like what properties the uud and udd gives the atom? Please explain each [uud & udd] properties apart. If this is even possible to know. Ie uud gives rightspin quarks and udd leftspin quarks (these are just examples)
Then explain how all the quarks act together. If possible.
Sorry if I am terrible to explain, I am norwegian and my english sucks.
 
  • #4
Protons and Neutrons are made up of 3 quarks each. A proton is made up of 2 Up quarks and 1 Down quark. A neutron is made up of 1 Up quark and 2 down quarks. Up quarks have a charge of +2/3 while Down quarks have a charge of -1/3. This results in a +1 charge for Protons and a neutral charge for Neutrons.

For more info see here. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quark
 
  • #5
Ok, so what do the +1 in the proton and the neutral do to the atom. Do it controll something outside the proton/neutrons?
That link doesn't seem to answer that, do you have any own theories about that..
 
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Its okey, thanks for the links.
Any personal touch on this subject?
 
  • #8
kaeksen said:
Any personal touch on this subject?

No, this is all very basic textbook stuff.
 

What are quarks?

Quarks are subatomic particles that make up protons and neutrons, which are the building blocks of the nucleus of an atom.

How many types of quarks are there?

There are six types of quarks: up, down, charm, strange, top, and bottom.

Why are quarks important?

Quarks are important because they are the fundamental particles that make up all visible matter in the universe.

How are quarks held together inside protons and neutrons?

Quarks are held together by the strong nuclear force, which is one of the four fundamental forces of nature.

Can quarks exist independently?

No, quarks cannot exist independently outside of protons and neutrons. They are always found in combination with other quarks or other particles.

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