antihydrogen production

Antihydrogen is the antimatter counterpart to hydrogen, consisting of an antiproton and a positron. Scientists produce antihydrogen by colliding high-energy particles to create antiprotons. These are then captured and combined with positrons, which are the antiparticles of electrons. The produced antihydrogen atoms can be studied to understand the fundamental symmetry between matter and antimatter. This research can provide insights into the universe's composition and might reveal why there is more matter than antimatter. The production process occurs in facilities like CERN, where advanced technology allows scientists to manipulate and create these exotic particles.