Unstable particles are fundamental or composite particles that spontaneously decay into other particles after a finite lifetime, due to their inherent instability. This decay process is governed by the laws of quantum mechanics and particle physics, revealing the dynamic nature of matter at the smallest scales.

Unstable Particles

Unstable particles

Fundamental Particles

composite particles

Spontaneous decay

finite lifetime

inherent instability

decay process

laws of quantum mechanics

Particle physics is the branch of physics that studies the fundamental constituents of matter and the forces that govern their interactions. By exploring subatomic particles like quarks, leptons, and gauge bosons, it seeks to understand the underlying principles of the universe, often through high-energy experiments like those conducted in particle accelerators.

particle physics

dynamic nature of matter

smallest scales

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