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If you're reading this, thank the Higgs field! The second video in a series of three describes how matter is given mass via the Higgs field. Pupils discover the difference between particles with and without mass and how they interact with their surroundings.
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Instructional Ideas
- Follow up your introduction of the Higgs with the video to ensure the class understands its function and can differentiate between the particle and the field
- Consider a quick review of photons and the speed of light to ensure learners get the full picture
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes prior knowledge of the Higgs boson and properties of matter
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Clever drawings illustrate the differences between particles with and without mass
- The narrator emphasizes the function of the Higgs field versus that of the boson, an important factor in understanding their discovery
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- None