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Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

Is the Universe made of waves (Part 2)

Mar 7, 2024
Daniel talks to Matt Strassler about waves in the universe, challenging traditional particle concepts. They discuss standing vs. traveling waves, quantum fields, and the role of waves in mass and energy. The podcast delves into the interconnectedness of scientific principles and the profound implications of waves in quantum fields.
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  • Particles are standing vibrations in quantum fields, with energy determining mass.
  • Higgs field tunes resonant frequencies of particles, impacting their masses based on interactions.

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Waves Are Fundamental to Understanding Particles

The universe is comprised of waves that play a crucial role in forming particles at a fundamental level. By viewing particles as standing vibrations in quantum fields, it becomes apparent that energy associated with vibration determines mass. The resonance of fields, like the electron field, influences particle mass through their vibrational frequencies, linking resonance and mass.

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