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BaBar particle detector, SLAC
BaBar particle detector. Wide angle view of engineers working on the open BaBar particle detector at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC), California, USA. It is hoped that BaBar will help to explain why there is more matter than antimatter in the universe. BaBar will detect the B mesons and their antimatter equivalents, anti-B mesons, that result from the collisions of accelerated electrons and positrons. The collisions will occur at the detectors centre. Different B meson and anti-B meson decay rates would help to explain the greater amount of matter in the universe. When BaBar is in use the large iron doors at far left and right are closed
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Center Detector Detectors Engineer Odyssey Particle Detector Particle Physics Laboratory Slac Stanford Linear Accelerator Babar
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Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 11cm (10" x 4.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are given a wide-angle view of the BaBar particle detector at the prestigious Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC) in California, USA. The image showcases a team of dedicated engineers diligently working on the open BaBar particle detector, which holds immense potential for unraveling one of the universe's greatest mysteries. BaBar is an extraordinary scientific odyssey aimed at shedding light on why there exists more matter than antimatter in our vast cosmos. By detecting B mesons and their antimatter counterparts, anti-B mesons, resulting from high-energy collisions between accelerated electrons and positrons at its center, BaBar hopes to uncover crucial insights into this fundamental imbalance. The significance lies in understanding how different decay rates of B mesons and anti-B mesons can potentially explain the overwhelming prevalence of matter throughout the universe. As these collisions occur within BaBar's detectors, scientists eagerly anticipate groundbreaking discoveries that will reshape our comprehension of existence itself. This awe-inspiring photograph also captures two massive iron doors flanking either side of the scene. When BaBar is actively engaged in research activities, these imposing doors remain firmly closed as if guarding secrets yet to be unveiled. Through Science Photo Library's lens, we witness not only cutting-edge technology but also a testament to human curiosity and ingenuity as researchers push boundaries to unlock profound truths about our cosmic origins.
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