The God Particle
The term "God Particle" can refer to several different concepts:
Higgs Boson: In physics, the Higgs boson is a fundamental particle believed to be responsible for the existence of mass for other particles. It is often called the "God particle" due to the significance of its discovery and its long-elusive nature.
The God Particle (Book): "The God Particle" is a popular science book published in 1993 by Leon M. Lederman and Dick Teresi. It explores the search for the Higgs boson and the potential implications of its discovery.
The God Particle (Music): "The God Particle" is an EP (extended play) record released by the band BUN in 2014. It contains four tracks that explore themes related to science, religion, and the nature of the universe.
The Cloverfield Paradox (Film): "The Cloverfield Paradox" is a science fiction thriller film released in 2018, originally titled "God Particle." It follows a group of scientists on an experimental space station who accidentally open a portal to a parallel dimension with disastrous consequences.
Related Concepts: The term "God Particle" has also been applied to the "Oh-My-God particle," an exceptionally high-energy cosmic ray detected in 1991. While not directly related to the Higgs boson, both particles have sparked scientific inquiry and philosophical debate about the nature of the universe.