The origins of the Standard Model of particle physics from "summary" of The God Particle by Leon M. Lederman,Dick Teresi
The Standard Model of particle physics emerged from the collective efforts of physicists throughout the 20th century. It is a framework that seeks to explain the fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe. The story of how this model came to be is a tale of scientific discovery and innovation. At the heart of the Standard Model are the building blocks of matter known as elementary particles. These particles can be divided into two categories: fermions and bosons. Fermions are the constituents of matter, while bosons are force carriers. By understanding the properties and interactions of these particles, physicists can unravel the mysteries of the universe. The origins of the Standard Model can be traced back to the early 20th century when physicists were beginning to uncover the secrets of the atom. Through experiments and theoretical calculations, scientists like Ernest Rutherford and Niels Bohr laid the groundwork for our understanding of atomic structure. Their work paved ...
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