This updated edition is designed as a brief introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the matter in our universe. Numerous examples, figures, and simple explanations enable general readers and physics students to understand complex concepts related to the universe. Selected topics include atoms, quarks, accelerators, detectors, colliders, string theory, and more.

Features:

• Explores the fundamental particles that make up the matter in our universe
• Topics include atoms, quarks, accelerators, detectors, colliders, string theory, and more