Reference for the A field of the Weak Force

In summary, the conversation is discussing a request for a reference on an expression related to the field of Electroweak, specifically the A field in electromagnetism. The speaker is unsure of what the requester means by "expression" and suggests that it could possibly involve a vector potential to determine the associated fields. The requester clarifies that they are looking for an expression similar to the potential field approach used in electromagnetism.
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MRBlizzard
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A reference please to a review paper, textbook, or website for an expression, or development of an expression for the field in Electro weak, similar to the A field in EM.
 
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It is not very clear what you are looking for. What do you mean by ”expression”? What would be the ”expression” of electromagnetisn?
 
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Orodruin said:
What do you mean by ”expression”?
I'm thinking he's looking for an expression involving a vector potential to determine the associated electromagnetism and weak interaction fields. (which doesn't make sense to me as they are unified becoming the electroweak force at high energies)
What would be the ”expression” of electromagnetisn?
He probably mean something like this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mathe...lectromagnetic_field#Potential_field_approach
 

1. What is the A field of the Weak Force?

The A field, also known as the vector boson field, is a fundamental force carrier of the Weak Nuclear Force. It is responsible for mediating interactions between subatomic particles, particularly those involved in radioactive decay processes.

2. How does the A field interact with other particles?

The A field interacts with other particles through the exchange of virtual A bosons. This interaction is responsible for the Weak Force's ability to change the flavor of quarks and leptons, as well as its role in radioactive decay processes.

3. What is the role of the A field in the Standard Model of particle physics?

The A field, along with the W and Z fields, is one of the three fundamental fields that make up the Weak Force in the Standard Model. It is crucial in explaining the behavior of subatomic particles and their interactions.

4. How was the existence of the A field discovered?

The existence of the A field was first predicted by the theoretical work of physicists Sheldon Glashow, Steven Weinberg, and Abdus Salam in the 1960s. It was later experimentally confirmed in the 1980s through the discovery of the W and Z bosons at CERN's Super Proton Synchrotron.

5. What are the potential applications of studying the A field?

Studying the A field and the Weak Force can lead to a better understanding of the fundamental forces of nature and their role in the universe. It also has practical applications in fields such as nuclear energy and medical imaging techniques, which rely on radioactive decay processes mediated by the Weak Force.

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