Neutron

Antineutron

The antineutron is the antiparticle of the neutron. It was discovered by Bruce Cork in the year 1956, a year after the antiproton was discovered.

Related Topics:
Antiparticle - Neutron - Bruce Cork - 1956 - Antiproton

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CPT-symmetry puts strong constraints on the relative properties of particles and antiparticles and, therefore, is open to stringent tests. The masses of the neutron and antineutron are equal to one part in (9±5)×10-5.

Related Topics:
CPT-symmetry - Antiparticles

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