Beta decay measurements in mirror-image nuclei identify weak nuclear force

Beta decay measurements in mirror-image nuclei identify weak nuclear force

Left: The “mirror” nuclei lithium-8 and boron-8 undergo beta decay and then split into two alpha particles. Right: An ion trap device is used to suspend radioactive ions in a …

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New physics at work: Physicists discover a new force acting on water droplets moving on superhydrophobic surfaces

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Assistant Professor of Physics Matilda Backholm’s unique micropipette force sensor technology detects the tiny forces acting between superhydrophobic materials and water droplets.Image credit: Matilda Backholm/Aalto University Using a novel force …

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