oscillation experiments

Oscillation experiments study how particles like neutrinos change their identity or "flavor" as they travel, much like a pendulum swings back and forth. These experiments involve generating a known source of particles, such as neutrinos, and then detecting them after they have traveled a certain distance. By comparing the initial and final types, scientists learn about properties like particle masses and mixing angles. This process helps us understand fundamental forces and the behavior of particles, shedding light on the underlying structure of our universe.