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ERIC Number: EJ1331265
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Feb
Pages: 3
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Making the Quantum Scattering of Fundamental Particles Accessible
Day, James; Liao, Theresa Yu-Huan; Hoyt, Char; Can, Oguzhan
Physics Teacher, v60 n2 p97-99 Feb 2022
This paper shares a hands-on activity that introduces Feynman diagrams and the accompanying idea of using pictorial representations to describe the behavior of subatomic particles--specifically, for electrons and photons--in place of mathematical expressions. Built collaboratively by scientists and artists, it exemplifies a triumph of lateral thinking by highlighting the vital role Feynman diagrams have played in modern physics. While the student may initially treat this activity as a glimpse into the quantum realm, the teacher should recognize this as a demonstration of lateral thinking as an insight tool.
American Association of Physics Teachers. One Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740. Tel: 301-209-3300; Fax: 301-209-0845; e-mail: pubs@aapt.org; Web site: http://aapt.scitation.org/journal/pte
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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