Can You Understand the Basics of Composite Particles?

In summary, composite particles are subatomic particles made up of smaller particles or combinations of different types of subatomic particles. They are different from elementary particles in that they have measurable sizes and can interact with other particles. Examples include protons, neutrons, pions, atoms, and atomic nuclei. Composite particles are formed through the strong nuclear force and studying them can provide insights into the fundamental forces and interactions that govern matter, as well as practical applications in various fields.
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Please specify in a simple way.
 
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Composite particles are any particles which are made up of other particles. Example: protons and neutrons are made up of quarks and gluons.
 
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Thanks , now can you tell me simply what is a quark.. sorry , i am only 13 years old
 
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You might also try this:

http://particleadventure.org/

which discusses quarks among other aspects of the "Standard Model" of particle physics.
 

1. What are composite particles?

Composite particles are subatomic particles that are made up of smaller particles, such as protons and neutrons which make up the nucleus of an atom. They can also refer to particles made up of combinations of different types of subatomic particles, such as mesons and baryons.

2. How are composite particles different from elementary particles?

Composite particles are made up of smaller particles, whereas elementary particles are considered fundamental and cannot be divided into smaller components. Composite particles also have measurable sizes and can interact with other particles, while elementary particles are considered point-like and do not have a size.

3. What are some examples of composite particles?

Some examples of composite particles include protons and neutrons, which are made up of quarks, and pions, which are made up of quarks and antiquarks. Other examples include atoms, which are made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons, and atomic nuclei, which are made up of protons and neutrons.

4. How are composite particles formed?

Composite particles are formed through the strong nuclear force, which binds together the subatomic particles that make them up. For example, protons and neutrons are held together in the nucleus by the strong force, while atoms are held together by a combination of the strong force and the electromagnetic force.

5. What is the significance of studying composite particles?

Studying composite particles can provide insights into the fundamental forces and interactions that govern the behavior of matter. It can also help us understand the structure and properties of different types of matter, such as atoms and molecules. Additionally, research on composite particles can have practical applications in fields such as nuclear energy and particle physics.

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