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What is the Higgs particle? Can it decay? If so, how can this be proven mathematically?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by darren jackson

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Can string theory explain things like charge and spin of particles, or unifying the electroweak and strong forces?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by raymcm

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Why is it hard to reconcile quantum mechanics and gravity?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by magnetthrift

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Will humankind ever find the "theory of everything" in physics?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by markimark

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What is the difference between the wave-particle duality and quantum field theory?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by DLS

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How would you explain string theory in 5 sentences or less?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Charlie Lockhart

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Given that subatomic particles can tunnel out of the atom, why do macroscopic objects cannot decay completely due to simultaneous quantum tunnelling of all the subatomic particles which constitute the given object?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Ion Transient

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Did the universe come from an absolute nothing, if space and time didn't exist before the Big Bang? If space and time didn't exist before the Big Bang, where and when did the source of the Big Bang exist? Can something exist in the absence of space?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by AstralMystic

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I would like to become a theoretical physicist in the future, however will I be able to support myself financially? If not, how can one ensure comfortable living without changing occupation?

asked Apr 15, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Camperdown

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Using a number of Quantum entangled particles, could communication be achieved instantly over great distances? (Eg. there are 2 satellites each with 64 particles entangled for 64 bit communication between planets.)

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by EthericSculptor

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A particle moves along a straight line with the equation of motion s＝1/3t^3-2t^2+3t, t≥0. When does the motion of the particle change direction?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by summit22

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What is the difference between theoretical physics and applied physics?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Mullaghconnolly (2.2k points)

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What is the strongest evidence that a successor theory to general relativity exists?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by AuroraBloom

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What are some good resources for learning about Quantum Field Theory (QFT) and its applications in physics?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Dan John

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Is dark matter a remnant of a mini black hole?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by RadiantAlchemy

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Do Newton's laws explain the motion in multiple dimensions?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Aphrodite

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Can you explain the concept of a particle and why it is not considered valid anymore? What does it mean to say that particles are waves or fields, rather than just one or the other?

asked Apr 14, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by ShahidH

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What are the differences between theoretical and experimental physics? Which one is better for doing a PhD?

asked Apr 13, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Naesure

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If gluon binding energy quarks is responsible for 98 % of the mass of baryons, does this suggest a path toward unification of quantum field theory and general relativity?

asked Apr 13, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by generationbig

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Does any physicist truly understand wave function collapse?

asked Apr 13, 2023 in Theoretical Physics by Ben48

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