The concept of supersymmetric partners for known particles from "summary" of The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory by Brian Greene
The idea of supersymmetry is a key concept in modern theoretical physics. It proposes that for every known particle in the universe, there exists a corresponding supersymmetric partner. These partners would have the same mass and quantum numbers as their known counterparts, but differ in their spin properties. The symmetry between particles and their supersymmetric partners is believed to provide a solution to many of the unanswered questions in particle physics. Theoretical physicists have been searching for evidence of supersymmetric particles for decades, hoping to find them in high-energy particle collisions. If these supersymmetric partners exist, they could help explain the mysterious dark matter that makes up a large portion of the universe. Additionally, supersymmetry could provide a link between the four fundamental forces of nature, unifying them into a single, elegant framewo...
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