Cabibbo-Kobayashi-Maskawa Matrix
The Cabibbo-Kobayashi-Maskawa Matrix (CKM Matrix) is a mathematical representation in particle physics that describes how different types of quarks transform into one another through the weak force. It is a key component of the Standard Model of particle physics, which explains the fundamental particles and their interactions.
The CKM Matrix is a 3x3 unitary matrix, meaning it has specific properties that ensure the conservation of probability in particle interactions. It contains information about the mixing angles and CP violation, which are essential for understanding phenomena like matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe.