Delta Baryons
Delta Baryons are a group of subatomic particles that belong to the baryon family, which are made up of three quarks. They are heavier than the more common protons and neutrons and come in four different charge states: Δ++, Δ+, Δ0, and Δ−. Each of these states is characterized by a specific combination of up and down quarks, along with the presence of strange quarks in some cases.
These particles are important in the study of particle physics and help scientists understand the strong force that binds quarks together. Delta baryons are typically unstable and decay quickly into other particles, making them challenging to observe directly in experiments. Their existence provides insights into the behavior of matter at a fundamental level.