Some physicists believe that the discovery of mysterious ‘ghost’ particles could revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Cern has approved an experiment, known as the Search for Hidden Particles (SHiP), that aims to detect these elusive particles. The current theory of particle physics, known as the Standard Model, suggests that the visible universe makes up only five percent of the total mass. The remaining 95 percent is hypothesized to be comprised of ‘ghost’ particles that interact very weakly with ordinary matter. SHiP will utilize a novel approach of smashing particles into a fixed target to increase the chances of detecting these elusive particles. This experiment has the potential to shed light on some of the biggest mysteries in physics and could lead to groundbreaking discoveries. The hunt for ‘ghost’ particles could open up new frontiers in particle physics and deepen our understanding of the cosmos.
The quest for elusive ‘ghost’ particles and its potential impact on our understanding of the universe
