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Our World of Particles with Brian Cox

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Unraveling Particle Physics

This chapter explores the world of particle physics through high-speed proton collisions in a 27-kilometer collider, highlighting the historical progression from Rutherford's experiments to modern discoveries. It discusses the significance of collisions in revealing fundamental particles like quarks and the Higgs boson, emphasizing the energy-mass relationship and the challenges of particle detection. The chapter underscores the evolution of scientific understanding in atomic structure and the importance of mathematics in validating theoretical predictions.

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