Dark Plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction

In summary, the paper proposes the existence of dark plasma, which is different from baryonic plasma as it involves the separation of dark electrons from the dark nucleus. The author is curious about the compatibility of this theory with various cosmic phenomena, such as the Bullet Cluster. While there may be upper limits on the self-interaction of dark matter, there is still a possible range of parameters that could support dark plasma without contradicting current observations. Further experiments may be able to detect these interactions in the future.
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https://arxiv.org/abs/1512.06471

In the paper, dark plasma (that is, NOT baryonic plasma) was suggested. I'd like to know if it is compatible with many cosmic phenomena (like bullet clusters). Can you think of one where the data (especially new ones) don't support it?

In baryonic matter. Plasma only occurs when energy is so high that the electrons separate from the nucleus.

In dark plasma theory. Is it also the dark electrons separating from the dark nucleus or can the particles just be highly energetic and independent. In baryonic matter, what kind of plasma where it is not based on separated electrons from nucleus?
 
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I don't know about this specifically, but usually observations like the Bullet Cluster place upper limits on how strongly dark matter can self-interact. You can still have some "dark charge", and as long as the interactions are weak enough they will still fit with observations. So the question is: are the interactions strong enough to be detectable in future experiments, but weak enough to not clash with existing observations? My understanding is that there's a range of the parameter space that allows this possibility.
 

Related to Dark Plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction

1. What is "Dark Plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction"?

Dark Plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction refers to a theoretical concept in particle physics where a type of matter called "dark plasma" interacts with a fundamental force known as the U(1) gauge interaction. This interaction is believed to be responsible for the behavior of dark matter, which makes up a large portion of the universe but cannot be directly observed.

2. How is dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction different from regular plasma?

Regular plasma is made up of charged particles such as ions and electrons, while dark plasma is believed to be composed of particles that do not interact with light, making them invisible. Additionally, the U(1) gauge interaction is a fundamental force that is different from the electromagnetic force that governs regular plasma.

3. What evidence do we have for the existence of dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction?

At this time, there is no direct evidence for the existence of dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction. However, the behavior of dark matter in the universe can be explained by this concept, and scientists are actively researching ways to detect and study dark plasma.

4. How does the concept of dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction relate to the search for dark matter?

Dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction is one of several theories that attempt to explain the behavior of dark matter. By studying the properties of dark plasma, scientists hope to gain a better understanding of what dark matter is and how it interacts with the rest of the universe.

5. What are some potential implications of discovering dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction?

If dark plasma charged under unbroken U(1)' gauge interaction is proven to exist, it could provide valuable insights into the nature of dark matter and the fundamental forces that govern the universe. It could also have practical applications, such as in the development of new technologies or in understanding the origins of the universe.

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