Behavior of Particles at 1 & 2 GeV: Neutron & Proton

In summary, the conversation discusses the behavior of particles like neutron and proton at energies of 1 or 2 GeV. The main difference and characteristic being observed is that it is rare for neutrons to have that much energy. The interactions of these particles at such high energies are also discussed, with a focus on collisions and their purpose. The conversation also touches on the creation of protons and neutrons during the early stages of the universe and how they behaved under those conditions.
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How does particles like neutron and proton behaves like under the energies of 1 or 2 GeV?

what is the main difference or characteristic being observed?
 
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That's a question with a lot of answers. It would help if you said what aspect you wanted to know about; decay rates, interactions, lifetimes, nuclear orbits... Although you should know it's fairly rare to get neutrons with that much energy just flying about! With electrons and protons, having charge, it is fairly easy to get them moving at those sort of relativistic speeds (such as in accelerators and cosmic rays), but neutrons - with effectively only a pitiful magnetic moment present a lot more difficulties.
 
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I would like to know about the "interactions" part...knowledge on other aspects is also welcomed...

Also on the topic of neutrons...I would like to further ask that very soon after the big bang there were many protons and neutrons created during or before the hadron epoch which had energy level of 1 or 2 GeV so "HOW" did these neutrons behaved then under that condition?
 
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Anyone have any knowledge on the interactions property of particles like proton and neutron at the mentioned energy levels? any links would also be helpful
 
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ok seriously...please stick to the topic xpresshred...

Anyone with any answers...please please i am awaiting here...
 
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Are you asking about collisions of protons and neutrons at those energies?
 
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Yes, you can answer that as well...also please inform briefly on why such collisions are performed .

I just want to know what that sort of energy level does to the particles like proton and/or neutron especially at their interaction property.
 

Related to Behavior of Particles at 1 & 2 GeV: Neutron & Proton

1. What is the significance of 1 & 2 GeV in the behavior of particles?

GeV (Gigaelectronvolt) is a unit of energy used in particle physics to measure the kinetic energy of particles. 1 & 2 GeV represent a relatively low energy range at which particles such as neutrons and protons are studied to understand their behavior.

2. How do neutrons behave at 1 & 2 GeV energy?

At 1 & 2 GeV energy, neutrons exhibit characteristics of both particles and waves. They can undergo scattering and produce secondary particles, and also exhibit diffraction patterns when passing through materials.

3. What about the behavior of protons at 1 & 2 GeV energy?

Protons at 1 & 2 GeV energy also display wave-particle duality, and can undergo interactions with other particles through scattering and producing secondary particles. They can also form bound states with other particles at this energy range.

4. How is the behavior of particles at 1 & 2 GeV studied?

Particle accelerators are used to generate particles at 1 & 2 GeV energy range. These particles are then directed towards a target material, and their behavior is studied by detecting and analyzing the secondary particles produced in collisions.

5. What are the potential applications of studying the behavior of particles at 1 & 2 GeV?

Studying the behavior of particles at 1 & 2 GeV energy range is crucial for understanding the fundamental laws of nature and the structure of matter. It also has practical applications in fields such as nuclear energy, medical imaging, and materials science.

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