gluon-mediated force
/ˈɡluːɒn mɪˈdiːeɪtɪd fɔrs/ · gloo·on·me·di·a·t·ed·force
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- A fundamental force of nature that arises from the exchange of gluons between quarks and gluons themselves. The gluon-mediated force is responsible for holding quarks together inside protons and neutrons.
- A type of force that is mediated by gluons, which are the force-carrying particles of the strong nuclear force. The gluon-mediated force is what keeps the nucleus of an atom stable.
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Did you know? The gluon-mediated force is so strong that it can hold quarks together even at very high temperatures, which is why it's essential for the stability of atomic nuclei.