Smashing Electrones: Can You Do It? - Mike Clarke

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of colliding electrons, particularly in the context of particle accelerators. Participants explore the implications of such collisions, including the potential for kinetic energy to convert into mass and the production of new particles, while also addressing the vagueness of the initial inquiry.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the meaning of "smash" in relation to electrons, noting that they are elementary particles that cannot be broken apart.
  • Another participant suggests that colliding electrons at near-light speeds could result in the conversion of kinetic energy into new particles, while still retaining the original electrons.
  • There is mention of historical context regarding electron-positron colliders, such as LEP at CERN, and their role in particle collisions.
  • One participant expresses frustration over the vagueness of the initial question and requests more specificity to facilitate discussion.
  • A participant references a theory related to the "nazi bell," indicating a personal interest in exploring unconventional ideas related to particle physics.
  • Two participants suggest using Google to find information on electron-electron collisions, implying that the question may have been addressed elsewhere.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the initial question, and multiple competing views remain regarding the implications and interpretations of colliding electrons.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes assumptions about the nature of particle collisions and the potential outcomes, but lacks specific definitions and clarity on the initial inquiry. There are also unresolved aspects regarding the theoretical implications of the "nazi bell."

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in particle physics, particularly those curious about electron collisions and their implications in theoretical frameworks.

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hey all new to the forums

and i was wondering can you? if so what will happen is you smash electrones ?





cheers
mike clarke
 
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What do you mean specifically by smash? Electrons are elementary - they can't be broken up.
 
I was wondering , you know how when they collide particles in an accelerator that their kinetic energy can turn into mass , I know electrons are elementary particles but if we collided 2 electrons at near the speed of light could their kinetic energy give off new particles , but we would still retain the 2 electrons of course .
 
mike clarke said:
hey all new to the forums

and i was wondering can you? if so what will happen is you smash electrones ?





cheers
mike clarke

Smash electrons at what?

LEP at CERN, before it was decommissioned to build the LHC, was an electron-positron collider.

Electrons are also used to "smash" at stationary targets to produce x-rays in your doctor's office.

You need to be a bit less vague with your question for the rest of us to answer what your question.

Zz.
 
cragar said:
I was wondering , you know how when they collide particles in an accelerator that their kinetic energy can turn into mass , I know electrons are elementary particles but if we collided 2 electrons at near the speed of light could their kinetic energy give off new particles , but we would still retain the 2 electrons of course .
apologies for being so vague i was but basically this guy has the question i was meaning to try to ask..

i am working on a theory about something that is quite puzzling to some and lots choose to just ignore and disbelieve.. basically how the "nazi bell" Could work and if it could..
 
Have you tried google? (electron-electron collision).
 


mathman said:
Have you tried google? (electron-electron collision).

you but none of them answered the question.
 

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