
Particles in Motion: The Quest to Understand Matter
Lexa N. Palmer
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
What is the universe made of at its most fundamental level? How do the smallest known particles shape the vast cosmos we see today? Particles in Motion: The Quest to Understand Matter takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of particle physics, exploring the forces and building blocks that define reality itself.
From the discovery of the electron to the confirmation of the Higgs boson, the history of particle physics is a tale of breakthroughs, mysteries, and technological marvels. Scientists have uncovered a hidden world beneath what appears to be solid and stable, revealing that everything around us is composed of quantum objects that behave in ways that defy common sense. The Standard Model provides a roadmap of known particles and forces, yet it leaves many questions unanswered. What is dark matter? Why does the universe contain more matter than antimatter? Could there be undiscovered particles that reshape our understanding of reality?
This book unpacks the complexities of modern physics, making cutting-edge discoveries accessible while capturing the thrill of scientific exploration. You’ll discover how massive particle accelerators recreate conditions from the early universe, why the Higgs field is essential for mass, and how quantum mechanics governs the very fabric of space and time.
What you will find in this book:
Duration - 4h 17m.
Author - Lexa N. Palmer.
Narrator - Digital Voice Martin G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Lexa N. Palmer ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. What is the universe made of at its most fundamental level? How do the smallest known particles shape the vast cosmos we see today? Particles in Motion: The Quest to Understand Matter takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of particle physics, exploring the forces and building blocks that define reality itself. From the discovery of the electron to the confirmation of the Higgs boson, the history of particle physics is a tale of breakthroughs, mysteries, and technological marvels. Scientists have uncovered a hidden world beneath what appears to be solid and stable, revealing that everything around us is composed of quantum objects that behave in ways that defy common sense. The Standard Model provides a roadmap of known particles and forces, yet it leaves many questions unanswered. What is dark matter? Why does the universe contain more matter than antimatter? Could there be undiscovered particles that reshape our understanding of reality? This book unpacks the complexities of modern physics, making cutting-edge discoveries accessible while capturing the thrill of scientific exploration. You’ll discover how massive particle accelerators recreate conditions from the early universe, why the Higgs field is essential for mass, and how quantum mechanics governs the very fabric of space and time. What you will find in this book: Duration - 4h 17m. Author - Lexa N. Palmer. Narrator - Digital Voice Martin G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Lexa N. Palmer ©.
Language:
English
Particles in Motion: The Quest to Understand Matter
Duration:00:00:08
Introduction
Duration:00:08:31
1.The Dance of the Cosmos—A World Built on Particles
Duration:00:21:23
2.Quarks, Leptons, and Bosons—Nature’s Smallest Actors
Duration:00:21:17
3.Forces That Shape Reality—The Fundamental Interactions
Duration:00:22:15
4.The Quantum Zoo—Particles Beyond the Standard Model
Duration:00:21:29
5.The Higgs Boson—Unlocking the Secrets of Mass
Duration:00:21:06
6.Antimatter—The Mirror Image of Our Universe
Duration:00:23:23
7.The Cosmic Connection—Particles in the Universe
Duration:00:20:55
8.The Large Hadron Collider—Peering Into the Quantum World
Duration:00:20:57
9.The Future of Physics—Beyond the Standard Model
Duration:00:22:41
10.The Human Side of Particle Physics—Stories of Discovery
Duration:00:22:55
11.The Quantum Revolution—How Particle Physics Transforms Our World
Duration:00:22:34
Conclusion
Duration:00:08:22