What Is Meant by a Particle Being Elementary

question 75

Multiple Choice

What is meant by a particle being elementary?

• A)It is too small to see.
• B)It is subatomic.
• C)It is not composed of other particles.
• D)It has no charge.

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Definitions:

Subduction Zone

A zone in which subduction takes place, either referring to the actual downgoing slab and its surroundings or to the region, including Earth’s surface, above the subducting slab.

Mid-Ocean Ridge

A long mountain range on the floor of the ocean, associated with seafloor spreading.

Island Arc

A generally curved belt of volcanic islands above a subduction zone; also used as an adjective to refer to this setting.

Linear Island Chain

A series of islands aligned in a straight or nearly straight line, often formed by volcanic activity along a tectonic plate boundary.