classifications of particles Flashcards
1
Q
what are hadrons
A
particles that feel the strong nuclear force (e.g protons neutrons)
2
Q
why do protons need the strong force to hold them together
A
because protons are positively charged
3
Q
can all particles feel the strong nuclear force
A
no, only hadrons. leptons cannot
4
Q
are hadrons fundamental
A
no they are made up of smaller particles called quarks
5
Q
what are the two types of hadrons
A
baryons (and anti baryons) and mesons
6
Q
how are they classified
A
according to the number of quarks that make them up
