up quark
The "up quark" is one of the six types of quarks in the Standard Model of particle physics, essential in forming protons and neutrons.
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Definition
C2Particle Physics
(technical, academic)A fundamental particle with a positive electric charge of +2/3e, contributing to the structure of protons and neutrons.
Example
- The up quark, along with the down quark, makes up the protons and neutrons in atomic nuclei.
- Studying up quarks helps scientists understand the fundamental forces in the universe.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "up quark":
down quarkstrange quarktop quarkbottom quarkcharm quarksup squark