Definition

The study of how quarks interact with each other through a force called the strong force, which involves particles known as gluons.

Example

In particle physics, chromodynamics helps explain how quarks combine to form protons and neutrons.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of chromodynamics?

Yeah, I think it's related to particle physics, right?

Exactly! It's all about how quarks interact through strong forces.

That sounds pretty complex, but also really interesting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chromodynamics is formed from "chroma" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color) and "dynamics" (from Greek "dynamis", meaning power or force). The term refers to the study of the dynamics of color charge in quantum chromodynamics, which is a fundamental theory in particle physics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'color' ('chroma') and 'force' or 'power' ('dynamis') to remember that chromodynamics deals with the forces related to color charge in particles.

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