Particle Theorized In 1977 Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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2	35%	7		A particle used in particle physics to neutralize or oppose another particle's charge
3	31%	6		Theorized

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We think the answer is "AXION" which means:

noun

• A hypothetical subatomic particle postulated to resolve certain symmetry problems concerning the strong nuclear force.

An example sentence would be:

• "Scientists are still trying to determine the existence of axions."
• "The axion is a hypothetical elementary particle."

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New York Times19 Mar 2014	Across 44
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