The Principle of Symmetry: Universal?

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The discussion centers on the universality of the principle of symmetry in physics, highlighting that while many particles possess antiparticles, there are notable exceptions. Maxwell's equations, derived using symmetry, do not exhibit perfect symmetry due to the absence of magnetic monopoles. The conversation delves into theoretical physics, particularly the concept of supersymmetry, and emphasizes the presence of asymmetry in the observable universe, such as baryon asymmetry.

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Is the principle of symmetry is universal?
i.e
every particle has an anti particle,similarly maxwell derive his equations by using symmetry.
 
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There is no overall "principle of symmetry." Even maxwell's equations aren't perfectly symmetrical (e.g. no magnetic monopoles). One of the biggest topics in theoretical physics asks that very question however, 'just how symmetric is the universe?' This is the subject of super symmetry (for example).

But overall, there are many instances of asymmetry in the (observable universe). Consider the baryon asymmetry as another example.
 

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