Neutrinos

Neutrinos are tiny, nearly massless particles that are fundamental to understanding the universe. They are produced in nuclear reactions, such as those in the sun and during supernova explosions. Unlike most particles, neutrinos rarely interact with matter, which makes them incredibly difficult to detect. They come in three types or "flavors": electron, muon, and tau neutrinos. Despite being elusive, neutrinos carry information about the processes that create them, helping scientists explore the universe, including its origins and the fundamental forces of nature. Their study contributes to fields like particle physics and cosmology.