fermions

[/ˈfɛrmiːɑːnz/]
nounmasculinepl: fermions
férmions
1. Subatomic particles with half-integer spin that obey the Pauli exclusion principle, forming the matter in the universe
Electrons and quarks are examples of fermions that make up all ordinary matter.
Elétrons e quarks são exemplos de férmions que compõem toda a matéria ordinária.
2. In particle physics, particles that follow Fermi-Dirac statistics and have spin quantum numbers of 1/2, 3/2, 5/2, etc.
Fermions differ from bosons in their statistical behavior and spin properties.
Os férmions diferem dos bósons em seu comportamento estatístico e propriedades de spin.
This is highly specialized scientific terminology used in particle physics and quantum mechanics. It is not part of everyday language but is essential in academic and research contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. The term is universal in scientific communities across English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Antonyms / Antônimos
bosons

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
férmions
Standard scientific terminology used in Brazilian universities and research institutions
Portugal
férmions
Same terminology used in Portuguese scientific and academic contexts

Related Words

quarksleptonsbosonsPauli exclusion principlespinparticles
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