What gives superparticles mass?

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Supersymmetric particles, also known as superparticles, acquire mass through their interaction with the Higgs field, similar to regular particles. This mechanism is a fundamental aspect of the Standard Model of particle physics, where the Higgs field provides mass to particles via the Higgs mechanism. The discussion confirms that the principles governing mass acquisition are consistent across both supersymmetric and standard particles.

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Hi All,

Can someone explain how supersymmetric particles get their mass?

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Wakabaloola
 
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Out of complete ignorance, I suspect it is the same way that regular particles get their mass (Higgs field?).
 

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