particle physics

noun

1. the branch of physics that deals with the properties and behavior of elementary particles.

particle physics

noun

1. the study of fundamental particles and their properties Also calledhigh-energy physics

particle physics

1. The branch of physics that deals with subatomic particles .
2. See also quantum field theory

particle physics

1. The branch of science devoted to the study of the basic constituents of matter , particularly the constituents of the atomic nucleus .

Word History and Origins

Origin of particle physics¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

“These artificial neural networks have been used to advance research across physics topics as diverse as particle physics, material science and astrophysics,” said Ellen Moons, chair of the Nobel Committee for Physics, at the announcement.

From Los Angeles Times

Her discovery of the Kaon particle helped lead to a revolution in the theory of particle physics.

From BBC

It completed what is called the standard model of particle physics.

From BBC

"It is great to do this kind of creative tabletop-scale science, where a small team can do everything from building the experiment to data analysis, but still have a great impact on modern particle physics."

From Science Daily

Who knew particle physics could be so bewitching?

From Los Angeles Times

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• quantum mechanics