Particle Physics Questions

Q14. The diagram represents the decay of a particle X into a particle Y and two other particles.

The quark structure of particles X and Y are shown in the diagram.

(a) Deduce the name of particle X.

[1 mark]

(b) State the type of interaction that occurs in this decay.

[1 mark]

(d) Show clearly how charge and baryon number are conserved in this interaction.

You should include reference to all the particles, including the quarks, in your answer.

[2 marks]

(e) Name the only stable baryon.

[1 mark]

(f) A muon is an unstable particle.

State the names of the particles that are produced when a muon decays.

[1 mark]

(Total 7 marks)