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The "spin family" art works have a model of something with spin 2 1/2. I can't find any particle with this property. The max seems to be the graviton with spin 2.
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ImaLooser said:The "spin family" art works have a model of something with spin 2 1/2. I can't find any particle with this property. The max seems to be the graviton with spin 2.
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fzero said:There aren't any elementary particles with spin 5/2 is nature. There are however bound states with total angular momentum 5/2. Examples include certain excited states of the proton and neutron, as well as atomic ions like Cu2+.
Spin is an intrinsic property of subatomic particles that describes their angular momentum. It is measured in units of Planck's constant and can have values of 0, 1/2, 1, 3/2, etc. Spin is a fundamental property of particles and plays a crucial role in the behavior and interactions of particles.
Spin determines the intrinsic magnetic moment of particles and how they interact with external magnetic fields. It also affects the stability and decay of particles, as well as their interactions with other particles. Particles with different spins exhibit different behaviors and can have different lifetimes.
The spin 2 1/2 particle, also known as the graviton, is a hypothetical particle that is believed to mediate the force of gravity. It is predicted by theories of quantum mechanics and general relativity, but has not yet been observed. Its existence would help unify the fundamental forces of nature.
Scientists study spin in particles through various experiments and observations. They use particle accelerators to create and study particles with different spins. They also use techniques such as scattering, magnetic resonance imaging, and spectroscopy to measure the properties and interactions of particles with spin.
Understanding spin in particles has many practical applications, such as in medical imaging, where magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) relies on the spin of particles in the body. Spin also plays a crucial role in technology, such as in the development of quantum computers. Understanding spin can also lead to advancements in fields such as materials science and nanotechnology.