Nucleon-nucleon collisions

Nucleon-nucleon collisions involve interactions between protons and neutrons, which are the building blocks of atomic nuclei. When these particles come very close at high energies, they can collide and exchange energy and particles, resulting in new particles or altering their paths. These collisions help scientists understand the strong nuclear force—one of the fundamental forces of nature—that holds atomic nuclei together. By studying these interactions in experiments, researchers gain insights into the fundamental properties of matter and the forces governing the universe.