Standard Model Completely Wrong

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The recent findings suggest that protons are 4% smaller than previously measured, challenging the established Standard Model of particle physics. This discrepancy raises significant questions about the validity of current quantum mechanics equations and necessitates a reevaluation of fundamental concepts in particle physics. The implications of this discovery could lead to a paradigm shift in our understanding of atomic structure and fundamental forces.

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http://articles.latimes.com/2010/jul/07/science/la-sci-proton-20100708

Like the article says, if this experiment is true, the proton is 4% smaller than originally thought. If true, doesn't this mean we have to throw out everything we think we know about particle physics (standard model, 'spooky' QM equations, etc...)?
 
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