The Difference Between a Quark and a Lepton Is

question 47

Multiple Choice

The difference between a quark and a lepton is

• A) quarks exist in the nucleus; leptons do not.
• B) leptons appear in the nucleus; quarks do not.
• C) quarks can appear as free particles; leptons cannot.
• D) matter is made of quarks; leptons are exchanged to produce forces.
• E) none; they are two names for the same particle.

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Definitions:

Gametophyte

The haploid stage in the life cycle of plants and algae that produces gametes (sex cells) through mitosis.

Sporophyte

Spore-forming diploid body that forms in the life cycle of land plants and some multicelled algae.

Xylem

A type of vascular tissue in plants responsible for the transportation of water and nutrients from the roots to various parts of the plant.

Conduct Water

The process by which water is transported throughout plants, particularly from roots to leaves, through structures like xylem vessels.