CERN Scientists Finally Catch the Elusive Heavy Cousin of the Proton
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CERN scientists have discovered a heavy relative of the proton called Ξcc⁺, a particle that has evaded detection for two decades. The discovery proves that CERN's upgraded detectors are working perfectly and gives scientists a new lens to view the strong force that builds every atom in existence.
CERN has discovered a heavy relative of the proton called Ξcc⁺. This particle belongs to the same family as the proton and neutron. It has one down quark and two charm quarks, making it a much heavier cousin of the proton. The discovery was made using the upgraded LHCb detector. Scientists have been trying to detect the particle for two decades. The discovery will help scientists test their ideas about the strong force that holds quarks together.
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