"Yang-Mills theory" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Named after C. N. Yang and R. Mills. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Yang-Mills theory (uncountable)
  1. (physics) A gauge theory that seeks to describe the behaviour of elementary particles using certain Lie groups. It is important in the unification of the electromagnetic force and weak nuclear force. Wikipedia link: Yang-Mills theory Tags: uncountable
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