Physics of Particles

Particles are the building blocks of the universe, tiny entities like electrons, quarks, and photons. They behave both like discrete objects and waves, obeying the laws of quantum mechanics. These particles carry energy and interact through fundamental forces such as gravity, electromagnetism, and nuclear forces. Their properties—mass, charge, spin—determine how they behave and connect to larger objects. Understanding particles helps explain the universe’s composition and how everything—from atoms to galaxies—forms and interacts. Physics of particles explores these tiny constituents to uncover the universe’s underlying principles.