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Supersymmetry

Definition: Supersymmetry is a theoretical framework in physics that proposes a symmetry between elementary particles and their associated superpartners.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Theoretical physics: A symmetry between particles and their superpartners.
2. Particle physics: A postulated symmetry between bosons and fermions.

Usages:

1. Scientists are currently studying supersymmetry as a possible solution to several theoretical physics problems.
2. In particle physics, supersymmetry predicts the existence of yet-to-be-discovered superpartners to known particles.

Sample Sentences:

• Research on supersymmetry could potentially revolutionize our understanding of the fundamental laws of the universe.
• The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN is being used to search for experimental evidence of supersymmetry.

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• Books on Supersymmetry Theory
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